Update on investigation following death of man

A 31-year-old man has been released on conditional police bail as we continue to investigate the death of a man in Stafford.

We were called to an address on Oberton Gardens at 9.15pm on Tuesday (21 November) following concerns for a man. Sadly, he was later pronounced dead at the scene.

A cordon was put in place at the address and officers have been carrying out enquiries and speaking to people about what happened over the last three days. This cordon is still in place today (24 November).

We arrested a man from Stafford on the same day it happened. He has since been released on conditional police bail.

Detectives are keen to speak to anyone who might be able to help with the investigation. We’d like to thank those who have already come forward with information.

Detective Inspector Ian Fitzgerald said: “My thoughts are very much with the man’s family at this sad and difficult time. Specialist officers are continuing to support them through this process.

“We understand the concern this incident has caused in the local community and the speculation which has followed.

“I’d like to reiterate that our investigation is very much ongoing and I’d ask people not to speculate. We have spoken to a number of people as part of this investigation and are continuing to carry out enquiries to find out more about what happened.”

Anyone who hasn’t spoken to us already who might be able to help is urged to get in touch with us by using the Major Incident Public Portal here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/STAFFS23K19-PO1

If you prefer to report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.