Two arrested as police investigate death of man in Atherstone
Last updated 5th Apr 2026
Two people are being questioned by police after the body of a man was discovered in a road in Atherstone.
The male in his 50s was found in Monk's Park Lane just after 1.30am on Friday.
Police believe he was hit by a car and left at the scene - anyone who saw what happened or has dashcam footage is asked to come forwards.
A 23-year-old man from Nuneaton and a 74-year-old man from Shifnal have both been bailed while enquiries continue.
PC Craig Pearson from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “An investigation into the incident has started to establish the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
"I'm especially keen to speak to anyone who saw or has video footage of a red Mercedes Vito van in the area around the time of the incident. I’d ask anyone in the area to please check CCTV, doorbell cameras and dashcam footage.
"Our thoughts are with the family of the man who lost his life, they are currently being supported by a specially trained family liaison officer.”