Man arrested on suspicion of murder after death of man in Totton

Police were called to Matley Gardens yesterday afternoon

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 17th Oct 2025

A man's been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a man in Totton.

Emergency services were called at 1.32pm yesterday (16 October) afternoon to a report that a man had been seriously assaulted at an address on Matley Gardens, Totton.

A 51-year-old man from Totton was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been told and are being supported by specialist officers.

A 31-year-old man from Totton has been arrested on suspicion of murder and taken to hospital for medical treatment.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said:

"Detectives remain at the scene as our investigation and enquiries continue to establish what happened.

"Anyone with any concerns or information can speak to one of our uniformed Neighbourhood Policing Team patrols in the area."

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