Police have secured additional time to interrogate a 36-year-old man suspected of murdering another individual in Dudley late Sunday night.
Authorities responded to an emergency call just before 2:30 a.m. on Swancote Road, where a man in his 40s was discovered with fatal injuries. Despite immediate medical attention, efforts to save the victim were unsuccessful. Police swiftly apprehended the suspect in Wednesbury a few hours after the incident.
In a recent development, magistrates have granted the police a 36-hour extension, allowing them until the early hours of Tuesday morning to continue questioning the detainee. Detective Inspector [Name] stated, “We are committed to thoroughly investigating this tragic event and supporting the victim’s family during this difficult time.”
The crime scene remains secured as investigators work to piece together the events leading up to the fatality. Law enforcement officers are conducting door-to-door inquiries in the area and are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward. They are particularly interested in obtaining dashcam or doorbell footage that could shed light on the circumstances surrounding the murder.
Members of the public with information can reach out to the police via the Live Chat feature on the official website or by calling 101 and referencing log number 326 of January 11, 2025.
The community is urged to remain vigilant and assist authorities in their ongoing investigation to ensure justice is served.
