A MURDER investigation has been launched after a body was discovered in a garage in Worcester.
Emergency services were called to an address on Surman Street around 6am this morning (Thursday) following the report of a garage on fire.
The body of a man was found inside, and his identification is yet to be established.
A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Det Ch Insp Gareth Lougher said: “At present we do not know the identity of the man who has sadly lost his life, but we are working hard to establish his formal identification.
“The community can expect to see an increase in officers in the area as we conduct extensive enquiries into the death of the man.”
Anyone with information which could help the investigation should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
