Police Identify Victim Found at Nine Ladies Stone Circle
Police have identified the man found dead at the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in Derbyshire as Isaac Clare-Watts, a 26 year old from Nottingham. Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding his death after officers discovered his body on Monday afternoon.
Emergency services responded to reports of a body at the popular historic site in Stanton Lees at approximately 1:38 PM on Monday. Authorities later confirmed that detectives had launched a murder investigation.
Arrest Made in Connection With the Case
Detectives arrested a 41 year old man on suspicion of murder. The suspect remains in police custody while officers continue their inquiries.
Police have assigned specialist officers to support Isaac Clare-Watts’ family during this difficult time. Investigators are working to establish a clear timeline of events leading up to his death.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Inspector Tony Owen, who leads the investigation for the East Midlands Special Operations Unit, urged anyone who attended the summer solstice gathering to come forward.
According to investigators, building a complete picture of what happened is crucial. Officers believe witnesses may hold valuable information that could help advance the case.
The police have also launched a major incident public portal. Through this platform, members of the public can share photographs, videos, and information directly with investigators.
Officers Seek Information From Event Attendees
Detectives have specifically asked anyone who visited the Nine Ladies Stone Circle between Friday, 19 June, and Tuesday to contact police. Even small details could assist investigators as they work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Isaac Clare-Watts’ death.
Authorities continue to gather evidence from the scene while forensic teams support the ongoing investigation.
Investigation Remains Active
The murder investigation remains active as detectives pursue all available leads. Police continue to appeal for witnesses and encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Investigators hope that evidence collected from attendees and members of the public will help establish what happened during the summer solstice event and bring answers to the victim’s family.
