Detectives investigating the suspected murder of 55-year-old David Johns at a property in Shanklin earlier this year have closed the investigation.
Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that a man who was arrested in connection with the death has been released with no further action.
Police were called at 22:11 on Monday 25th April to reports of an altercation at an address in St. Johns Road, on the corner of Orchardleigh Road.
On attendance, Police found 2 men with serious injuries including 55-year-old David Johns, who was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.
The second man, a 36-year-old from Sandown, was arrested on suspicion of murder but was himself taken to hospital.
Armed Police descended on the scene fearing that a knife man may have been at large.
Now, on the basis of all the evidence obtained by the Major Crime Team following extensive enquiries, a file has been submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service who have in turn made a decision for the man to be released without charge.
Police say they are not seeking anyone else in connection with Mr Johns’ death and the circumstances surrounding his death will now be a matter for the Coroner, Caroline Sumeray.
Police will continue to make enquiries to support the Coroner’s investigation.
How the hell can they just close the case!!!
The dead can’t talk, he can’t defend himself.
Who says you can’t get away with murder!The perfect crime..
Seems you can get away with anything on this island murder arson driving with no insurance
So who did it then? Somebody must of?
Self Defence ?
Must HAVE. Not of.
Maybe the young man was stabbed first and it was self defence?
Such a lovely man I use to work with him, rest in peace