Bath city centre cordoned off amid murder probe after man dies
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Part of Bath city centre has been cordoned off amid a police murder investigation after a man died earlier today.
Southgate Street and James Street West were closed this morning, disrupting public transport in the city, as the public were told to avoid the area.
Murder probe launched - 4pm
Three arrests have been made after a man died in Bath this morning (Saturday 6 May).
Emergency services were called to the Southgate Street area of the city centre just before 3.30am following reports that a man had sustained serious injuries.
He was died at the scene and his next of kin have been informed.
Formal identification and a post-mortem will be carried out in due course and officers have made three arrests, Avon and Somerset Police said.
Chief Inspector Ronnie Lungu said: “First and foremost our thoughts go out to the family of the man who has died at this difficult and incredibly upsetting time.
“A murder investigation is underway and we’d please ask for the benefit of our enquiries, but more importantly the welfare of the man’s family, that people avoid speculating on the possible circumstances while that is ongoing.
“Three people were arrested this morning on suspicion of murder and are in custody.”
Ch Insp Lungu added: “While such tragic incidents are rare in Bath, people can expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days while investigative enquiries are carried out and officer patrols conducted.
"We would encourage anyone who does have concerns to speak with those officers who will be happy to assist.
“A scene remains in place at this time. We appreciate that will cause some disruption to the public and businesses today, but would please ask for understanding while officers carry out important work to establish what has happened.
“Anyone who witnessed the incident, has footage of the surrounding area or has information that may assist our investigation is please asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5223105088.”
Roads update - 2pm
Bath and North East Somerset Council has provided more information about road closures in Bath city centre.
It said: "Due to a police incident in Bath city centre, Southgate Car Park, sections of St James's Parade and Corn Street are currently closed."
Bus update - 10am
Faresaver Buses said on Twitter: "An ongoing police incident around Southgate/James St West has closed Southgate car park and roads in the area.
"The 11 and 12 services in Bath may be affected as a result as currently having to follow a diversion to avoid the area."
ITV News West Country has asked Avon and Somerset Police for more information.
More updates to follow.