Devon and Cornwall Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was found seriously injured in a service lane off Grand Parade in West Hoe, Plymouth, and later pronounced dead at the scene.
Emergency crews were called to the area at approximately 6.30am on Wednesday, October 21. The man was discovered in a bin, according to Plymouth Live. Paramedics treated him at the location, but he was declared dead at the scene.
Police cordons and forensic searches
Multiple streets were sealed off while enquiries took place, with cordons remaining in place near Garden Crescent. Both Grand Parade and Garden Crescent were shut as forensic examinations and searches were undertaken.
Residents in the locality can expect a heightened police presence during the investigation. Officers are working to confirm the man's identity and establish the circumstances surrounding his death, which is being treated as suspicious.
Appeal for witnesses and footage
Detective Inspector Chris Lithgow said: "Our investigation is at an early stage but moving at a significant pace as we work to establish the circumstances surrounding this man's death."
He added: "We are appealing to anyone who was in the area of Grand Parade and Garden Crescent between 6pm on Tuesday 20 October and 6.40am on Wednesday 21 October and witnessed anything suspicious to come forward. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone with CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage from the area during this time."
"There will be an ongoing police presence in the area while enquiries continue and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak with officers at the scene. We will release further information when we are able to do so but in the meantime would ask people not to speculate about what may have happened, especially on social media."
How to provide information
Relevant information, images or footage can be submitted through the Major Incident Public Portal, by ringing 101, or via the Force website, citing reference 50260282293.
Details can also be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers at crimestoppers-uk.org or by phoning 0800 555111.
