Arrests Over Warrington Assault Death

21 August 2011, 10:54 | Updated: 30 March 2016, 13:50

Police in Warrington have arrested three men over the death of a man assaulted in the street.

The 33-year-old victim was taken to hospital after the incident in Martin Avenue, Warrington, at about 11.40pm yesterday. (Saturday) He died a short time later.

A spokeswoman for Cheshire Constabulary said: "His next of kin have been informed and a post mortem is due to take place later today

Three men aged 35, 48, and 49 have been arrested and are currently in police custody."

Detectives are appealing to anyone who was in Martin Avenue between 11pm and midnight yesterday and witnessed any disturbance or assault to call police on 0845 458 0000, or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.