Police given more time to question suspect in Nelson murder investigation

Officers investigating the death of a man in Nelson on Friday have been given extra time to question a man detained on suspicion of his murder.
By John Deehan
Published 24th May 2020, 20:07 GMT
Updated 24th May 2020, 20:10 GMT
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Tom Walker

The 32-year-old was arrested after local man Tom Walker (65) was found with injuries at his address in Fir Street in the town. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Today, officers were granted a Warrant of Further Detention, which allows them to keep the arrested man in custody for questioning for an additional 36 hours.

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Senior Investigating Officer, DCI Lee Wilson, from Lancashire’s Force Major Investigation Team said: “Our thoughts very much remain with Tom’s family and friends at this extremely sad and difficult time”.

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“Our investigation is still on-going and so I would urge anyone who thinks they have any information that could help us to please come forward.”

Anybody with information can call ploice on 101 quoting log 0734 of May 22nd. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.