Three arrested and murder probe launched after man dies in Bath city centre

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Three people have been arrested and a murder probe has been launched after a man died in Bath city centre in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Emergency services were called to the Southgate Street area just before 3:30am following reports that a man had sustained serious injuries.

He sadly died at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed and a formal identification and a post-mortem will be carried out in due course.

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."

Chief Inspector 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."