Murder investigation launched after man dies following assault in Keighley
35-year-old Suhail Choudry was being discovered with severe head injuries on Sunday - and has since died in hospital
Detectives have launched a murder investigation after a man died in hospital, following a serious assault in Keighley.
35-year-old Suhail Choudry was being discovered with severe head injuries in Flasby Street during the early hours of Sunday (February 8).
He passed away yesterday, with police treating the incident as a targeted attack.
A 27-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been rearrested for murder and remains in custody.
A 30-year-old suspect and a 33-year-old man arrested for assisting an offender have both been released on bail.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Matt Holdsworth, of West Yorkshire Police, said:
“We have a team of detectives who are carrying out extensive enquiries in relation to the Incident, which has sadly now resulted in the death of a man.
“Several scenes remain in place in Keighley today as our investigation into what took place continues, with local officers continuing to provide reassurance through increased patrols.
“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed this serious violence on the streets on Keighley or have any information in relation to the wider circumstances to come forward.
“I am aware that some people may be reluctant to provide information directly to us, so we have created an online portal link where people can use to provide information.”
Anyone with information can contact West Yorkshire Police on 101.