Two held after body found in flat

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a man's body at his burned-out flat, police said.

David Hughes, 44, was found dead at his home in Easton, Bristol on Wednesday, following the blaze.

Mr Hughes was found on the second floor of the flat, in Stapleton Road.

A post-mortem examination on Friday confirmed that his death was 'due to assault', and detectives confirmed two men in their 30s were being held.

The pair continue to be questioned after their arrests on suspicion of murder.

A 10-strong forensic team remains at the scene of the fire carrying out what police describe as "detailed investigation and examination".

Officers from the Avon and Somerset force are conducting house-to-house enquiries.

A community contact vehicle is parked in the area so that residents can volunteer intelligence and seek advice and reassurance.

Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 0845 4567000 or Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555111.