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Second person arrested after man found dead near canal footpath

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, ENGLAND, AUG 8 – Northamptonshire Police arrested a second suspect over Robert Brown's murder found near a canal towpath, continuing multiple lines of enquiry in the ongoing investigation.

  • Robert Brown, a 57-year-old father of two from Northampton, was discovered with fatal injuries while sitting on a bench close to the River Nene within the town centre on August 1, 2025.
  • Police launched a murder investigation following his death and have arrested two men, including a 41-year-old who remains in custody and a 38-year-old released on bail pending further inquiry.
  • Officers completed searches of the area and continue to patrol, urging anyone who used the busy canal and river towpath overnight from July 31 to August 1 to provide information.
  • Robert was described by family and partner Julia as a selfless man with a heart of gold, known for his confident, fun-loving nature, and Julia said he would do anything for her and was the school heartthrob.
  • Detectives continue multiple lines of enquiry, supported by specially trained officers aiding Robert's grieving family, while appeals for witnesses and further information remain ongoing.
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Second person arrested after man found dead near canal footpath

Robert Brown, 57, was found fatally injured on a bench near the River Nene in Northampton town centre on August 1.

·London, United Kingdom
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Daily Star broke the news in United Kingdom on Friday, August 8, 2025.
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