Peterborough’s Lincoln Road remains closed as murder investigation continues

Lincoln Road in Peterborough remains closed this morning as police gather evidence following a suspected murder.
By Joel Lamy
Published 6th Jan 2020, 06:00 BST
Updated 6th Jan 2020, 11:12 BST
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The road in Millfield was closed between Searjeant Street/Stone Lane and Harris Street late on Sunday evening after a man collapsed near Northfield Street.

The man was taken to hospital but died a short time later. Police have now arrested a man from Peterborough on suspicion of murder and are questioning him at Thorpe Wood Police Station.

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The force was first called to the scene by the ambulance service at around 8.50pm.

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A spokesperson said this morning: “Lincoln Road remains closed and will be closed into rush hour. Please find an alternative route and leave plenty of time for your journey.”

Stagecoach said its Service 1 buses are being diverted.

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