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Totton Murder Inquiry: Family Pays Tribute as Arrested Man Detained Under Mental Health Act

Police say the suspect is now detained under the Mental Health Act following a custody assessment.

Overview

  • Emergency services were called to a Matley Gardens address at 1:32 p.m. on October 16, where a 51-year-old man was pronounced dead.
  • The victim was named locally as Nigel Key, a company director whose family is being supported by specialist officers.
  • A 31-year-old from Totton was arrested on suspicion of murder and taken to hospital for medical treatment before being sectioned.
  • Forensic teams remain at the cordoned property as detectives work to establish the circumstances of the death.
  • Police are appealing for information and urge residents to speak with uniformed Neighbourhood Policing Team patrols in the area.