Murder investigation launched as man dies after attack

Extensive inquiries were being carried out following the assault in Darnall, police said

A man who was taken to hospital with a serious head injury has died, prompting a murder investigation.

The 23-year-old victim was seriously injured on Staniforth Road in Sheffield on Saturday in what South Yorkshire Police said was a "targeted attack".

He was taken to hospital and died on Monday evening, police added.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in connection with the incident and he remains in police custody.

Emergency services were called to reports of a serious assault in Darnall at about 16:35 BST.

The man, who has not been named, was found injured but died two days later.

A murder investigation has been launched by police.

The victim's family has been informed and is being supported by officers, police added.

Anyone with information is asked to get in touch with South Yorkshire Police.

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