Hartcliffe murder investigation: Man dead and woman arrested after flat incident

A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following an incident in a flat in Hartcliffe. A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in police custody.

Police were called to the address in Gatcombe Road just before 3am this morning (January 30). The man was found with injuries and sadly, despite treatment from the ambulance service, died at the scene.

Avon and Somerset Police has confirmed to Bristol World that a homicide investigation has been launched as a result of the man’s death.

A cordon is up around the front of the block of flats where the address is located. Crime scene investigation officers are inside while neighbourhood officers patrol the surrounding area.

Inspector Tola Munro said: “We’re working hard to establish the full circumstances which led to this man’s death and while our inquiry is at a very early stage, we’re confident this is an isolated incident between two people known to each other.

“Specialist crime scene investigators will be carrying out a forensic examination of the property and a cordon will be in place while this is being done.

“The community can expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days while we complete the examination of the flat and other initial enquiries.”

Insp Munro added: “An incident of this nature is always shocking and I appreciate people may be worried by it. Neighbourhood officers will be patrolling the area and anyone with concerns is encouraged to approach them.”

Anyone with information which could help our investigation is asked to call 101 and give the reference 5223023066.