28/04/2008

Man Arrested For House Death In Carlisle

A man found dead at his home in Stonegarth, Carlisle is Karl Celmins, police have confirmed.

He was discovered by a member of the public on 26 April around 7.30pm.

Results from a post mortem show that Mr Celmins, 46, suffered "pressure to his neck".

His nephew, Edward Sean Celmins, Of Dobinson Road, Carlisle gave himself up to Carlisle Police Station later that night. He was subsequently arrested and charged with murder.

He is due to stand before Carlisle Magistrates Court on 9 May.

Carlisle CID are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to call: 08453 300247.

(DS/JM)

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