08/06/2015

Police Treating Murder In Newcastle As Hate Crime

Police are treating the murder of a 24-year-old man in Newcastle as a disability hate crime.

Mr Lee Irving, from Camperdown, East Denton, was found in a grassy area between Dorrington Road and Hazeldene Avenue in Fawdon on 6 June at 8:34am.

He had learning difficulties and was described by police as "vulnerable".

A post mortem investigation has been carried out.

Four men and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Superintendent Bruce Storey said: "It's thought those involved in this incident know each other.

"Lee had learning difficulties and was vulnerable, one of our key lines of enquiry was to establish whether this is a factor in his death and a motivation in this crime."

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

(LM/CD)


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