Second arrest made in connection with murder in Shrewsbury
The men in their 20's remain in custody.
Last updated 29th Jun 2025
A second man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the death of a man near Shelton Water Tower in Shrewsbury.
The man, aged 21, was arrested yesterday evening (Friday 27 June) on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody while enquiries continue.
A 26-year-old man who was arrested earlier yesterday on suspicion of murder also remains in custody.
Officers are continuing to carry out a thorough investigation to establish the full circumstances surrounding the death.
Superintendent Jamie Dunn said: “We understand this incident may cause concern within the local community.
“I want to reassure residents that we believe there to be no wider risk to the public, and that those involved are believed to be known to one another.
“You can expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days as our investigation continues and we carry out reassurance patrols. If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to speak to one of our officers.”
Detective Inspector Jo Delahay, leading the investigation, said: “We are still in the early stages of our investigation, and we’re working hard to piece together the circumstances that led to this tragic death.
“We’re appealing to anyone who may have information that could help, however small it may seem, to get in touch as soon as possible.”