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Second Suspect Held in Northampton Canal Bench Murder Inquiry

Detectives appeal for new witnesses with forensic teams probing the cause of Robert Brown’s death.

Overview

  • A 41-year-old man from Northampton was arrested on Friday evening and remains in custody on suspicion of murder.
  • A 38-year-old man previously arrested in connection with the case has been released on bail pending further investigation.
  • Post-mortem examination revealed a wound to Brown’s arm but did not determine a definitive cause of death.
  • Northamptonshire Police and Crimestoppers are asking anyone on the towpath behind Auctioneers Court overnight from July 31 to August 1 to come forward.
  • A cordon and high-visibility patrols along the River Nene towpath remain in place as detectives continue to follow various lines of inquiry.