Overview

• West Mercia Police launched a murder investigation after a man’s body was discovered in a disused building near Shelton Water Tower at around 11.50am on June 27.
• A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody as enquiries continue.
• Investigators believe the victim and the suspect were known to each other prior to the incident.
• Detectives say the inquiry remains at an early stage as they work to establish the full circumstances of the man’s death.
• Anyone with information is urged to contact DS Andrew Dawson on 07811 753375.