A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died from gunshot wounds at a property in Southampton, sparking a major police investigation.
Incident Details and Police Response
Police were called to the property on Conifer Road in the Coxford area at approximately 8pm on Wednesday evening. Officers arrived to find a man in his 40s who had sustained serious injuries in the incident.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman confirmed the tragic outcome, stating: 'Despite receiving treatment, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. We are working hard to locate his family today.'
Arrest and Charges
While at the address, authorities arrested a 31-year-old man from Southampton. He was taken into custody, where he remains as of Thursday.
The spokesman added: 'He has been arrested on suspicion of murder and possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.' This dual charge underscores the severity of the alleged offences.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
Detectives are conducting house-to-house inquiries in the area to gather evidence and witness statements. Detective Chief Inspector Clair Trueman addressed public concerns on Thursday, saying: 'Any time you hear of an incident involving a gun, it will undoubtedly be of concern for local residents.'
She praised the rapid police response, noting: 'Officers were quickly in attendance last night, and we have a man in custody today as we continue our investigation.' The focus now includes understanding the events at the address and supporting the victim's family.
Trueman emphasised: 'We are working hard today to better understand what has occurred at the address, and to locate the family of the man who has died so that we can support them at what we know will be a difficult time.'
This remains a breaking news story, with further updates expected as the investigation progresses.
