Sol Hemy: Two men arrested by police after body found in Southampton river

Two men were arrested by police during the investigation into the death of a 20-year-old man who was found dead in a Hampshire river.
By Kieran Davey
Published 7th Dec 2019, 13:23 BST
Updated 7th Dec 2019, 13:23 BST
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The body of Sol Hemy was discovered in the water at Riverside Park in Southampton just after 6.30am on September 5.

Police have confirmed a 32-year-old man from Winchester was arrested yesterday on suspicion of assisting an offender, and has since been released under investigation.

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On the same day a 28-year-old man from Southampton was re-arrested on suspicion of murder, and has since been bailed. Investigations are continuing.

Sol Hemy. Picture: Hampshire Police/PA WireSol Hemy. Picture: Hampshire Police/PA Wire
Sol Hemy. Picture: Hampshire Police/PA Wire
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About five hours before the body was found gunshots were heard in River Walk, and shortly after police found an address on the road was cultivating cannabis.

A large amount of cannabis was later found in a vehicle in Riverside Park. Officers investigating the death and the other incidents questionned the two men.

Gunshots were heard coming from River Walk. Picture: Google MapsGunshots were heard coming from River Walk. Picture: Google Maps
Gunshots were heard coming from River Walk. Picture: Google Maps

Police previously said Sol was not shot, but his death remains unexplained.

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Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and and quote Operation Telly.

Alternatively you can report information online or leave information anonymously with Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.