Murder investigation begins after death of man – Leamington

Officers are continuing to appeal for witnesses in connection with a murder investigation in Leamington.

Gary Hutchings was taken to hospital on Sunday 28 July having suffered a cardiac arrest but sadly later died.

We subsequently received information to suggest the 54-year-old had been assaulted the same day around the area of Packington Place.

We're keen to hear from anyone with information - no matter how small - relating to people in Packington Place or on the route to Leicester Street between 2pm and 2.30pm.

A post-mortem was inconclusive and further tests will take place over the coming months.

A 22-year-old man from Leamington, a 29-year-old man from Nuneaton and a 39-year-old man from Leamington – all arrested on suspicion of murder - have been bailed pending further enquiries.

We’re continuing our investigation and we’ve set up an online portal where you can give information electronically.

Detective Chief Inspector Collette O’Keefe said: “Our thoughts remain with Gary’s family at this challenging time and as they start to try and come to terms with his death.

“Sadly Gary’s recent post-mortem was inconclusive and there are still a number of tests that will need to be carried out before we ger any real answers for them.

“Three men arrested have been bailed while we carry out further investigative work. In the meantime, we’re still looking into several avenues and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was a witness and hasn’t already spoken to us.

“Ideally, we’re appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of Packington Place between noon and 3pm – but particularly around 2.30pm – to come forward.

“Equally, if you have any information or footage, please submit it through the online portal.”

Anyone with information should report it via the portal or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident number 160 of 30 July.

Issued: Laura Maltby, Corporate Communications