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Arrests after body found in Avon near Hanham
Two people have been arrested after a body was found in the River Avon in Hanham.
The body of a man in his 20s was recovered by a police underwater search team on Wednesday.
Police said a man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the incident “and are helping us with our enquiries”. But they added that the death was being treated as “unexplained”.
“Officers have now launched a public appeal for information. A spokesperson said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who was in Hanham area near to the River Avon yesterday afternoon – possibly people walking their dogs or members of the public walking alongside the river – who may have information to help us.
Anyone who is able to help, is asked to contact Bristol investigations on 101, quoting reference 0476 of September 30.”
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