Woman arrested after death of Ipswich man

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 12th Jan 2025
Last updated 12th Jan 2025

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Ipswich on New Years Day.

The man was identified as William McNicholl, known as Billy, aged 63 years, from Ipswich.

A woman in her 50s was taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning, where she currently remains.

Suffolk Police stated:

"The police cordon at the scene is no longer in place. Residents will continue to see an increased police presence in the area and anyone with information, concerns or queries is encouraged to speak to officers.

Police continue to appeal for witnesses and anyone with any information or who saw any suspicious activity near the address between Tuesday 24 December and Wednesday 1 January, should contact police quoting reference 37/162/25."