Murder investigation launched after man found dead in South Gloucestershire
Police are appealing for information
Last updated 9th Apr 2026
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in his 20s in South Gloucestershire.
Emergency services were called when the man was discovered fatally injured in the early hours of this morning (9th April).
His body was found at the rear of a garden near a path behind the houses on Cleve Road.
Authorities believe he died several hours prior, on 8th April.
While formal identification and a forensic post-mortem examination are pending, the man's next of kin have been informed.
Superintendent Karen Corrigan said, “The family of the deceased have been informed of the incident, and we cannot even begin to describe the anguish they are feeling, and we shall ensure they continue to receive support by our specially trained officers at what will be an incredibly traumatic time.”
She added, “A criminal investigation into what we are treating as a murder is in its early stages but will continue at pace to establish the facts of this case. We have lines of enquiry to follow, but we are now appealing to any members of the public who may have information which could assist with our investigation.”
Police Appeal for Information
Detectives are keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage from the nearby section of A38 Gloucester Road North, Cleve Road, North Way, and College Way.
They are particularly interested in footage or witness accounts from yesterday’s evening rush-hour, between 3pm on 8th April and 3am today.
Witnesses or anyone with information regarding suspicious activity in the area is urged to come forward.
CCTV, forensic, and house-to-house enquiries have been conducted.
Reassurance patrols are ongoing, and statements have been recorded.
Specially trained officers are supporting the victim's family and will keep them updated on the investigation's progress.