Man has died following serious assault in Derby

A man has died following reports of a serious assault in Derby yesterday afternoon.

We were called to Bass Street just after 3.45pm on Sunday 11 June along with ambulance crews, and despite attempts to save him the man sadly died at the scene.

At this time detectives are treating his death as suspicious, and a murder investigation is underway.

Windmill Hill Lane is currently closed between Cross Street and Bass Street, and Bass Street is closed between Windmill Hill Lane and Peel Street.

The roads are likely to be closed for some time.

People will see a significant police presence in the area, and anyone with any concerns are encouraged to speak to officers in the area.

Anyone who was in the area and may have witnessed an assault, or with any information, CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact us on the details below, quoting reference 754 of 11 June:

• Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form
• Facebook – send us private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Phone – call us on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website