Derbyshire Police have launched a murder investigation after the body of a 26-year-old man was discovered at the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in Stanton Lees, Derbyshire, during a summer solstice gathering. The man was pronounced dead at the scene at around 1:38 PM on Monday, June 23, after emergency services were called. He has not been formally identified, but his family have been notified and are receiving support from authorities.
Incident Details
The Nine Ladies Stone Circle, a Bronze Age monument, is a popular site for solstice celebrations. Police stated that a number of people were in the area over the weekend for the summer solstice, which occurred between June 19 and 23. Officers are urging anyone who was present during that period to come forward, as well as anyone who may have captured footage of the event. The force is appealing for witnesses and any information that could assist the investigation.
Police Appeal
Detectives are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who attended the solstice event or who may have observed any suspicious activity. A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police said: "Our thoughts are with the man's family at this difficult time. We are conducting a thorough investigation and urge anyone with information to contact us." The public is advised to avoid speculation while inquiries continue.
