Two arrested as probe continues into Blackburn man's death

Thursday, 2 April 2026 08:47

By Central Radio

Two people have been arrested as part of an investigation into the death of a man from Blackburn.

Police were called after the man sadly passed away in hospital on the afternoon of Saturday, March 28th.

The victim, in his 30s, was involved in an altercation with two men outside the Home Bargains store, Byrom Street at about 6.45pm on Friday, March 27th. He later collapsed and was taken to hospital where despite the best efforts of medical staff he died the following day.

A Home Office post mortem examination showed the cause of death was a head injury.

Two men aged 43 and 44 from Blackburn were arrested yesterday afternoon on suspicion of murder

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Det Insp Pete Macdonald, of the Force Major Investigation Team, said: “First and foremost, my thoughts are with this man’s loved ones at this incredibly distressing time.

“Our investigation is very much in its early stages, but we have a dedicated team carrying out enquiries as we try to piece together what has happened.

“While we have made two arrests, our enquiries are very much ongoing, and we are asking for the public’s help.

“We know from the CCTV we have already examined that there are a number of vehicles and witnesses at Home Bargains at the time so we would really like to speak to anyone who was in the area between 4pm and 9.30pm on Friday 27th March and who has dashcam footage or mobile footage or who may have been a witness to this incident to get in touch.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 0936 of March 30th.

You can also contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.