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Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after man killed by crossbow

Suffolk Police officers were called to Lordscroft Lane, Haverhill, on Tuesday following reports that a man had suffered serious injuries

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Suffolk Police officers were called to Lordscroft Lane, Haverhill, on Tuesday following reports that a man had suffered serious injuries
Suffolk Police officers were called to Lordscroft Lane, Haverhill, on Tuesday following reports that a man had suffered serious injuries. Picture: Google Maps

By Frankie Elliott

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was shot dead with a crossbow.

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Suffolk Police officers were called to Lordscroft Lane, Haverhill, on Tuesday following reports that a man had suffered serious injuries.

The man, aged in his 50s, was treated for injuries caused by a crossbow bolt, the force said.

He died from his injuries a short time later.

A 61-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. She has since been released on bail until March 2 pending further inquiries.

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An investigation is ongoing, and officers will remain at the property while enquiries continue.

The force has appealed to the public for any information that may assist the investigation.