Two charged as part of investigation into death of Barry Cairns

Two men have been charged as part of our investigation into the death of Barry Cairns in Leigh Park.

Police were called at 7.02am on Monday 19 June to the Chalton Crescent area, following the discovery of the 53-year-old’s body.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

The following two men have been charged:

• Dale Edmonds, aged 47 years, of Warnford Crescent in Leigh Park, has been charged with perverting the course of justice.
• Mark Walkley, aged 42, of no fixed abode, has been charged with perverting the course of justice.

They have both been remanded in custody to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Friday 23 June).

Officers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Barry’s death, and encourage anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police to submit any information to us via our online portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC23E06-PO1