POLICE officers are continuing to stand guard at a property in Northwich after a murder investigation was launched following the death of a man.

Emergency services were dispatched to Brook Lane, Rudheath, at around 3.35pm on Saturday, September 28, following reports of a disturbance.

On arrival a man, believed to be in his late 30s, was found with serious injuries but despite efforts from attending paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation was launched into the incident with two people, a 41-year-old woman and a man aged 35, arrested at the address on suspicion of murder.

Police have confirmed both suspects remain in custody, which has now been extended to allow for further questioning.

Officers remain at the scene, with a blue forensics tent still erected around the property's front door.

A forensics tent remains at the sceneA forensics tent remains at the scene (Image: Newsquest) A cordon put up in Brook Lane immediately after the incident has now been removed.

The victim's next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by specialist officers.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Detective Inspector Eleanor Atkinson, who is leading the investigation, said: “I understand the concern this incident is likely to cause, and I want to reassure residents this is believed to be an isolated incident and there is no risk to the wider community.

“Two people have been arrested and are currently being held in police custody.

Police remain outside the propertyPolice remain outside the property (Image: Newsquest) “Patrols have been stepped up in the local area to provide reassurance, and a cordon is currently in place at the scene.

“As part of the investigation we’re keen to hear from anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident and may have witnessed anything suspicious.

"The same goes or anyone with any CCTV or dashcam footage which may aid the in investigation.”

Anyone with information or footage that could assist with the investigation, should contact Cheshire police on 101 quoting incident number IML 1928426 or visit Public Portal mipp.police.uk.

Information can also be passed on anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.