What we know of murder probe after death of Billy Moore in Bewsey

A large emergency service presence attended Bewsey on Thursday evening.

Cheshire Police has confirmed that detectives have launched a murder investigation into the serious incident.

A number of updates have been released over the past few days, and with that in mind, here's an update on what we know so far.

What happened?

The incident occurred shortly before 10.45 pm on the evening of Thursday, December 22.

Cheshire Police has confirmed that it was called, along with other emergency services, to an address on Yardley Avenue in Bewsey.

This came after the force received a call reporting that a man had sustained serious injuries.

The 31-year-old man was taken to hospital but sadly died.

On Saturday, the force confirmed the identity of the man as Billy Moore and released a photo of him.

Billy Moore (Image: Cheshire Police)

Have there been any arrests or charges?

Two arrests have been made in connection with the incident, while one person has also been charged.

Cheshire Police initially announced that a 44-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

She remained in police custody over Christmas as detectives were given extra time to question her, but she has since been released on conditional bail.

A second arrest was also made, of a 41-year-old man from Warrington, on Christmas Eve on suspicion of murder.

James Ireland, of Lodge Lane in Bewsey, was charged yesterday, Monday, with the murder of Mr Moore.

Where is the investigation up to?

Ireland made his first court appearance in proceedings before Chester Magistrates Court yesterday morning.

He has been remanded in custody and will next appear before Liverpool Crown Court on Thursday.

As previously mentioned, the woman arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail.

Enquiries are ongoing, with officers conducting door-to-door and CCTV enquiries in the area in the aftermath of the incident.

Mr Moore’s next of kin are being supported by specialist officers.

The crime scene in Bewsey (Image: Warrington Guardian)

What have residents said?

Those living nearby reported hearing sirens and seeing flashing emergency service lights late last night.

This was in the vicinity of Longshaw Street, Troutbeck Avenue and Yardley Avenue.

At least five police vehicles were spotted at the scene along with other emergency vehicles after 11pm.

A police presence remained at the scene over the following days, with Yardley Avenue cordoned off with a police officer and car guarding it.

What have police said?

Detective Chief Inspector Adam Waller said on Friday: “I understand this will cause some concern in the community.

“We have made an arrest and are working tirelessly to establish the circumstances.

“Patrols have been increased to provide reassurance while we investigate this incident.”

In an updated statement on Saturday, DCI Waller added: “We are following numerous lines of enquiry to establish what led to Billy’s death.

“You will continue to see officers in and around the Yardley Avenue area conducting house-to-house and CCTV enquiries.

“At this stage, we do not believe there is a wider threat to anyone else, however if you have concerns, please do speak to a local officer.

“I would ask anyone with any information, no matter how big or small, to get in touch as it could assist us with our investigation.”

How to contact police if you have information

Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing, and detectives investigating the murder are actively appealing for any information which could help the investigation.

Anyone with any information which could assist the investigation is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101, quoting IML 1441133.

Information can also be submitted by visiting cheshire.police.uk/police-forces/cheshire-constabulary/areas/cheshire/about-us/about-us/provide-more-information-about-an-appeal/

In addition, information can be provided anonymously by calling the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org