Four arrested on suspicion of murder after man dies in County Durham

Officers have remained on the scene in Eldon Lane following the incident. Credit: ITV Tyne Tees

Four people - including two teenagers - have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in County Durham.

Officers were called to the High Street area of Eldon Lane near Bishop Auckland just before 3am on Saturday 14 December, following reports of a disturbance.

A man in his 20s had suffered serious injuries and despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was declared dead at the scene.

His family is being supported by specialist officers.

A police cordon has remained in place at the scene. Credit: ITV Tyne Tees

Two men and two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody. A woman has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

A police cordon has remained in place across the weekend and forensic investigation teams have also been on-site.

Officers are asking the public to avoid the area and to avoid any speculation around the circumstances surrounding the death.

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