Victim named in Stamford murder investigation
Detectives have renewed an appeal for witnesses after a man's death
Police have named the victim of a murder investigation at a home on Foundry Road in Stamford.
The investigation was launched yesterday after emergency services were called to Nigel Booth's first floor property shortly before 1.10am on Tuesday 21st October, when a report came in that a man had been injured.
Officers found 67-year-old Booth with serious injuries and gave him emergency medical treatment, but he died at the scene.
Police have arrested a 36-year-old local man on suspicion of murder and he remains in custody. A warrant of further detention has been granted, extending the time officers can hold the suspect until the early hours of Friday morning.
Detective Inspector Mel Rooke, Senior Investigating Officer, said: “As our investigation starts our thoughts are very much with the family and friends of the victim.
“We expect officers will be at the location for the next few days. I’m sure this incident will be of concern and upset within the local community; we’ll do all we can to limit any disruption.”
Booth’s family are being supported by specially trained officers.
Detectives are appealing for information and would like to speak to anyone who was in the area of Foundry Road between midnight and 2am on Tuesday 21st October and who may have seen or heard anything.
Witnesses can contact the Investigation Team by calling 101, emailing [email protected] or speaking anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 and online at CrimeStoppers-uk.org.