Man arrested on suspicion of murder following Wrexham death

We can confirm a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with a death in Wrexham.

An investigation was launched earlier this month after a 38-year-old man was seriously injured following an incident on Market Street in Rhosllanerchrugog shortly before midnight on Friday, 5 June.

He sadly died in hospital on Wednesday, 17 June.

A 37-year-old local man, who was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following the incident on June 5, has since been further arrested on suspicion of murder following the man's death.

He remains in police custody, where he is being interviewed by detectives.

The man’s family and coroner have been made aware.

Detective Chief Inspector Eleri Thomas continues to appeal to anyone with information that could assist with the investigation to get in touch.

She said: “I would like to reassure residents that this appears to be an isolated incident, and extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the man’s death.

“I also urge that nothing is posted online that could be prejudicial to future court proceedings or undermine the criminal justice process.

“My thoughts remain with his family at this difficult time.”

You can contact officers via the website, or by calling 101, using reference number O087761.