Murder investigation launched after man found dead in South Gloucestershire

A murder investigation is underway after the death of a man in his 20s in South Gloucestershire.

He was found fatally injured in the early hours of this morning in a garden near a path behind the houses on Cleve Road.

Police believe the man - who's yet to be formally identified - had died several hours earlier.

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.

“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.