Nottinghamshire Police launch murder investigation and arrest 22-year-old man after death in Newark

A murder investigation has been launched and a suspect arrested after a man suffered fatal injuries in Newark.

Officers were called at 11.53pm last night (April 30) after a man was found collapsed on Castlegate, Newark.

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the man died at the scene.

A 22-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, having been detained in the early hours of this morning (May 1) and remains in police custody.

A scene remains in place while investigations continue.

Castlegate, Stodman Street and Middlegate are closed and drivers are asked to find alternative routes.

Detective Chief Inspector Jennifer Lovatt, who is overseeing the investigation, said: “What happened in Newark overnight is tragic and has resulted in the death of a man.

“His family have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.

“Our officers were at the scene quickly and, following inquiries, a suspect was detained shortly after 4am. He remains in police custody.

“A team of detectives are working at pace to progress this investigation and we are urging anyone who saw what happened or anyone who may have recorded CCTV, dash-cam or mobile phone footage which could help us with our investigation to please get in touch.

“We understand this incident is likely to cause concern locally, but we would like to provide reassurance that we are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident at this time.

“Officers will be carrying out additional patrols in the area and residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area while our inquiries continue.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident 867 of April 30, 2025, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.