A man in his 30s was arrested in his home by police on Saturday morning in connection with the death of a man in Stavanger. The arrest was conducted without incident, according to police attorney Ellen Mellemstrand Gimre of the Sør-Vest police district.
The victim was discovered on Thursday morning by municipal employees in a municipal residence located in the Våland district of Stavanger. Police arrived at the scene following a report via the medical emergency services (AMK) and found the man dead, with signs suggesting he had been subjected to violence.
Investigation Details
While the investigation remains in its early stages, authorities have established probable cause for the arrest. The police are currently receiving assistance from Kripos regarding the management of the investigation. Investigators are prioritizing the verification of central information, which includes the ongoing review of video surveillance, forensic examinations, and witness interviews.
Gimre stated that the police are not currently able to confirm whether there was a relationship between the accused and the deceased. Authorities have declined to comment on whether the investigation is targeting a specific environment. The victim was last confirmed to be seen on video at the Coop Extra store in Paradis, Stavanger, at approximately 8:00 p.m. On Friday, May 29.
Next Steps
The police have indicated that significant resources will continue to be dedicated to the investigation regardless of the recent arrest. An interrogation of the suspect is planned for later today. Meanwhile, the suspect’s defense attorney, Odd Rune Torstrup, has stated that he is currently familiarizing himself with the case and has no further comment at this stage.
Police continue to appeal to the public for tips regarding the case, as they work to verify information concerning reported observations of the deceased following the final confirmed sighting at the store. The relatives of the deceased have been notified of the arrest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the suspect?
The man in his 30s was arrested in his home on Saturday morning without incident. His defense attorney, Odd Rune Torstrup, is currently reviewing the case and has provided no further comment.
How did the investigation begin?
The investigation was launched after municipal employees discovered the deceased man in a municipal housing unit in the Våland district of Stavanger on Thursday morning. Police were alerted by the medical emergency services (AMK) and initiated a full investigation after finding signs of violence.
Are the police still looking for information?
Yes. Despite the arrest, the police continue to request tips from the public. They are currently working to verify various reported observations of the victim that occurred after he was last seen on security footage at a local store on May 29.
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