A 21-year-old man was today arrested on suspicion of Joseph Holland's murder.
Joseph Holland was found dead at a house on Huyton House Road on Thursday, June 8, after police were called to reports of a concern for safety. Merseyside Police today confirmed a 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
The suspect was arrested more than 250 miles away from Merseyside in Kent and has been taken to a police station where he will be interviewed by detectives. Three men from Huyton, aged 28, 25 and 36, who were arrested on suspicion of murder on Thursday have now been released on police bail pending further inquiries.
In a short tribute issued earlier this week, Mr Holland's family said: “No words could ever describe the loss of our beautiful son, brother, uncle and friend to many. He was loved by everybody.”
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In a statement earlier this week, Detective Chief Inspector John Fitzgerald said: “Our thoughts are very much with Joseph’s family and all those affected by this tragic incident yesterday. We are still appealing for information to help our ongoing investigation so please come forward with any information you have, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is.
“Tell us what you know, directly or anonymously, and let us judge how important that information is. Something you might think inconsequential could prove absolutely pivotal in our work, so don’t assume we don’t need to hear it.
“If you live in the area, please check your CCTV or smart doorbell footage to see if you captured anything suspicious and if you were driving in the area please review your dashcam footage.”
Superintendent for Knowsley Karl Baldwin said: “This incident has understandably caused a lot of concern for the local community and officers remain in the area not only to carry out enquiries but also to provide a visible reassurance for residents who live in the area.
“The Knowsley Policing Team's Mobile Police Station will be in the area of Huyton House Road and Jubilee Park over the coming days, for anyone from the community to call in and talk to us about your concerns.
“Officers will also continue their regular foot and mobile patrols around the area. A Community Policing Surgery will take place at Huyton Police Station on Monday 12 June from 1pm and no appointment is necessary.
“Officers will be on hand to speak to residents, offer advice and take information.”
If you have any information, contact our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with any information with reference 23000495217.
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously
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