Shirecliffe: Murder arrest after man found near fishing pond dies

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Police at fishing pond off Herries Road, Shirecliffe
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Emergency services were called to a fishing pond off Herries Road, Shirecliffe, at about 21:20 BST on Thursday.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 50-year-old after police were called to a fishing pond.

Officers were sent to Herries Road in Shirecliffe, Sheffield, after a worried member of the public reported concerns for the man at 21:20 BST on Thursday.

The victim was taken to hospital but later died. A post-mortem is due to take place and his family has been informed, officers said.

South Yorkshire Police said a 33-year-old suspect remained in custody.

The force has not released any further details and has asked anyone with information to get in touch.

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