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Man dies after Redcliffe park assault
One man has died after suffering serious head injuries in an assault at a secluded Redcliffe park on Tuesday night.
The man in his 50s from Horfield, who has not yet been named, was taken to hospital after he was attacked at Quakers’ Burial Ground at about 8.20pm.
Police and forensic officers remained at the scene throughout much of Wednesday gathering evidence.
A man and a woman, both in their 30s, were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, police said on Wednesday.
Senior Investigating Officer Andrew Mott said: “This is a tragic incident in which a man has lost his life and we are carrying out a full and thorough investigation in order to fully understand the circumstances surrounding his death.
???“Two people have already been arrested in connection with his death and we are now appealing for witnesses.
“We’re keen to speak to anyone who was in the Redcliff Hill area between the hours of 7pm and 9pm on Tuesday.
“We’re particularly keen to talk to a jogger who was seen running past the park at the time as well as anyone else who was walking through or past.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information, is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 5216113385.
Photo by Doug Jewell
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