Leamington Spa murder probe after man fatally shot

The victim, a man aged in his late 20s, was found with fatal injuries at the junction of Clemens Street and Ranelagh Terrace

A man has died after being shot in Leamington Spa.

The victim was found seriously injured near the junction of Clemens Street and Ranelagh Terrace at about 03:00 BST, police said.

The man, in his late 20s, was taken to hospital where he was confirmed dead.

A murder investigation has been launched. Warwickshire Police said it was believed the man was shot on Frances Havergal Close shortly before he was found.

A post-mortem examination was due to take place, the force added.

Police remain at the scene as a murder investigation is carried out

A road closure was put in place at both ends of Ranelagh Terrace, and near the junction with Frances Havergal Close.Ch Insp Faz Chishty said: "We recognise the concern this incident, which is believed to be isolated, may have caused the local community and want to reassure them that a full investigation is under way."

Members of the public have been told to expect a heightened police presence in the area while officers carry out inquiries.

A forensics officer was at the scene on Ranelagh Terrace