Forensics officers examine crime scene after man is murdered in Sheffield

Forensics officers are examining a street in Sheffield today after a man was murdered.
By Claire Lewis
Published 16th Nov 2020, 14:22 BST
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They are carrying out crime scene investigation work in Club Garden Road on the Lansdowne estate in Highfield, this afternoon.

A 28-year-old man was found seriously injured there at around 2.15am yesterday and died in hospital a short time later, triggering a murder probe.

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Forensics officers on Club Garden Road, Highfield, Sheffield, today. Picture Scott MerryleesForensics officers on Club Garden Road, Highfield, Sheffield, today. Picture Scott Merrylees
Forensics officers on Club Garden Road, Highfield, Sheffield, today. Picture Scott Merrylees
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A 30-year-old man was arrested and remains in police custody.

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Police have part of Club Garden Road taped off and a nearby flat, where blood can be seen outside.

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