Murder investigation, Beer

Police were called to a report of a disturbance at an address in Clapp’s Lane, Beer, East Devon, at around 12.05am on Tuesday 18 May.

Officers and paramedics attended and a man aged in his 30s was pronounced deceased at the scene. His next-of-kin have been informed.

A 30-year-old man from the East Devon area has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at this time.

Officers remain at the scene and enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information they feel could assist police with their enquiries is asked to call 101, or email 101@dc.police.uk, quoting reference CR/040064/21.

Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously by calling 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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