TWO men remain in custody for questioning in connection with the alleged murder of Mohammed Abdurezek, who was found stabbed to death in South Gloucestershire.
The body of the 31-year-old Ethiopian refugee was found in Gibbs Lane in Siston on Christmas Eve by a dog walker, with a post mortem confirming he had died from multiple stab wounds.
The men, aged 42 and 22, were two of three arrested on suspicion of murder, with the third man, aged 22, having been released on bail until February 15.
Search teams are continuing work at two properties in the St George area of Bristol, one in St George’s House, Church Drive, and the second in Craftes Court on Brook Road.
A car has also been seized and is undergoing a full forensic examination.
Police are continuing to appeal for information about Mohammed’s death or information about suspicious activity around the properties in St George, between Tuesday 6 December and Sunday 11 December.
Anyone with relevant information which could help inquiries area asked to call the Major Crime Investigation Team on 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5216284767, or use the inquiry name Operation Neptune.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org
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