A SECOND boy has been arrested by detectives conducting a murder investigation after a man died at an address in Christchurch.
Officers have been carrying out an extensive probe following the death of 35-year-old Edward Reeve.
Mr Reeve's body was found by police at 6 Heath Road, Walkford, after officers received a report at 7.53pm on Tuesday, January 4, raising concern for the welfare of the occupant.
Providing an update on the evening of Friday, January 7, a Dorset Police spokeswoman said detectives have now made a further arrest.
A 16-year-old boy from Bournemouth has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
The spokeswoman said a 16-year-old Christchurch boy, previously arrested on suspicion of murder, is still assisting officers with enquiries.
All appeals for information, images and footage still remain in place, the force said.
In a statement confirming Mr Reeve's identify earlier on January 7, Detective Inspector Simon Huxter, of the Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT), said: “We are continuing to support Edward’s family and keep them updated with our investigation, which remains ongoing.
“I am appealing to anyone who knew Edward to please come forward as they may have important information to assist our investigation.
“Our appeal also still stands for residents and motorists in the area of Heath Road to please check any CCTV systems or dashcam footage from Saturday, January 1, to Tuesday, January 4, and to report any suspicious activity they may have witnessed during this time period.
“Officers remain in the area carrying out enquiries and can be approached by members of the community with any information or concerns.”
Anyone with information, images or footage relevant to the investigation to submit it via the UK Police Major Incident Public Portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/55HQ21M75-PO1.
Anyone with information can also contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220001688.
Alternatively, to stay anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.
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