Murder investigation launched after death of man in Plymouth's West Hoe
A cordon remains in place in the West Hoe area while forensic examinations and searches are carried out
Last updated 21st Oct 2026
Police have launched a murder investigation after the death of a man in Plymouth.
Police were called by the ambulance service at around 6.40am on Wednesday 21st October following concerns for the welfare of a man in the West Hoe area.
He was found seriously injured in a service lane off Grand Parade.
The man was treated by paramedics, but pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives from the Force Major Crime Investigation Team are carrying out extensive enquiries to establish the man's identity and the circumstances surrounding his death, which at this time is being treated as suspicious.
A cordon remains in place while forensic examinations and searches are carried out.
Several road closures are in place, including Grand Parade and Garden Crescent.
Devon and Cornwall Police said people can expect to see a significant police presence in the area throughout the day as detectives and officers review CCTV footage and carry out house-to-house enquiries.
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.
“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.”