Police given more time to question two teens arrested on suspicion of murder

POLICE have been given even more time to question two teenagers who were arrested on suspicion of murder.

It comes after a man in his 20s died of suspected stab wounds on Thursday. Police were called to Meadow Road in Rugby just after 6pm.

The teenagers, aged 16 and 17, were arrested on suspicion of murder on Thursday evening.

Police were given another 12 hours to question them on Friday night, however as of Saturday morning, they were given another 36 hours.

A post-mortem and formal identification are due to take place.

Chief Inspector Karl Faulkner from Warwickshire Police said on Friday: “A cordon remains in place on Meadow Road whilst enquiries continue. As part of the investigation, we’re also appealing to anyone who may have witnessed a possible altercation in the bridge area of Parkfield Road at around 5.10pm yesterday (Thursday), involving the passenger of a car and a cyclist.

“This is currently a line of enquiry and we would ask any witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage to please make contact.

“We will remain in the area over the coming days to conduct enquiries and provide reassurance, and if anyone has any concerns please do speak with an officer.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time.”

A floral tribute left at the scene today said: “Rest in peace brother. You’ll never be forgotten. Lots of love x”

Anyone with information on the incident in Meadow Road or the incident on Parkfield Road is urged to get in touch with Warwickshire Police by calling 101, quoting incident 376 of 31 October 2019.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting www. crimestoppers-uk.org