Police name murder victim

A man who was found dead in Leicester city centre has been named by police.

Matthew Schofield, 34, was pronounced dead after being found in Belgrave Road, Leicester, at 4.20am on Sunday (11 June).

An investigation was launched in to Matthew’s death and enquiries have been moving quickly, with a number of arrests made.

Matthew’s family are still coming to terms with his death and have asked to be left alone to grieve.  They have said: “We are devastated by Matthew’s loss. He was a loving son, father and brother and he had his whole life ahead of him. He will be greatly missed.

“Please, if anyone has any information about what has happened to Matthew, tell the police and let them to do their job in investigating the circumstances surrounding Matthew’s death.”

For more information about the investigation, read our press release: Murder in Belgrave Road: investigation continues | Leicestershire Police (leics.police.uk)