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Two charged with the murder of Jason Betts in Yate

Two men have been charged with murder following the death of a man in Yate. 38 year old Jason Betts was taken to Southmead hospital after being found unconscious at a flat on Celestine Road on Thursday afternoon, but later died.

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Police say they are following a number of leads in Yate death

Police investigating the death of a man in Yate say they are following up a number of leads.

The detective leading the inquiry has praised the local community's "overwhelming response" following their appeal for information after the death of Jason Betts.

Senior Investigating Officer Det Ch Insp Andy Bevan said a number of people had come forward to speak to the investigation team.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the support of the local community following Jason’s death and have received an excellent response to our appeal for information. We’re progressing some very clear lines of enquiry relating to those we suspect of being responsible for Jason’s murder.

– Detective Chief Inspector Andy Bevan

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