Detectives continuing to investigate the death of a man in Bournemouth have made further arrests.
At around 3am on Monday 6 April 2026 officers received a report of an assault outside MyBar in Charminster Road.
A man aged in his 40s from Christchurch was very sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.
Following initial enquiries, two men from Bournemouth – aged 37 and 46 – and a 34-year-old man from Poole were arrested on suspicion of murder. They have all been released under investigation.
After further detailed enquiries a fourth man – aged 35 and of Bournemouth – was located in the Bristol area and has also been arrested on suspicion of murder. He is currently in police custody.
A 39-year-old man from Bournemouth was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and also remains in police custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Nicky Jenkins, of Dorset Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “We are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries into the circumstances of this incident and our thoughts remain with the family of the man who sadly died.
“I am continuing to ask anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity, captured any relevant footage or who has any information that might assist us, to please get in touch.
“This fast-paced investigation has resulted in a number of arrests and cordons were put place as we gathered evidence. These cordons have now been lifted and we continue to work to establish a full picture of what happened.
“An increased police presence will remain in the area over the coming days and we would encourage anyone with information or concerns to please speak with an officer.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260048268. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
