Murder investigation launched in Southampton

We were called at 9.02pm on Wednesday 5 February to a flat in Bursledon Road, Southampton, following the discovery of a man’s body.

A 70-year-old man, from Southampton, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next-of-kin have been informed.

Enquiries into the exact circumstances are ongoing, and we will be in a position to release more information as the investigation continues.

Officers remain at the scene and will be in the area conducting enquiries. Any residents with concerns should speak to an officer.

Anyone with information on what happened should call police on 101, quoting incident number 44200045830.