Detectives from the Major Crime Department at Hampshire Constabulary have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Winchester.
Stuart Horsman was taken ill at Winchester Train Station on the morning of Wednesday, August 3, and was taken to the Royal Hampshire County Hospital for treatment. The 34-year-old, who is from Winchester, died later that day.
A post-mortem examination has been carried out and concluded that Mr Horsman died as a result of internal bleeding. Detectives believe Mr Horsman may have been assaulted in the days prior to his death and are appealing for anyone with any information to contact them.
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Dick Pearson, said: “Mr Horsman was regularly seen with friends in the underpass which runs from the taxi rank outside the station, underneath the railway, and out to Stockbridge Road. He was also very well known in the Winchester area.
“I am keen to speak to anyone who has any information about an assault or who has witnessed an assault on Mr Horsman. It is believed that he may have been assaulted some time between Wednesday, July 27 and Wednesday, August 3.
“Equally, I would also like to hear from anyone who knew Mr Horsman and has any information which they think could assist the investigation.”
Can you help?
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crime Team at Hulse Road in Southampton, quoting Operation Tabby, on 101 or call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Mini-Com users can call 01962 875000. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please call 0845 045 45 45. To contact an officer please use our Contact an Officer Form
