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Appeal for Information - Murder of Russell Watts

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a Rotherham man in a hotel in Tenerife.


Details of Incident

Russell Watts, 63, was found dead in his hotel room at the Hotel Catalonia Punta Del Rey in the Candelaria area of the Spanish island on Saturday 10 January.

A 56-year-old woman from the Rotherham area has today (Wednesday 25 February) been arrested on suspicion of murder. She remains in police custody at this time.

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Ben Wood said: "This is a complex case and our thoughts first and foremost remain with Russell's family, friends and loved ones.

"Our investigation into Russell's death is still at an early stage and we are carrying out a number of extensive enquiries to piece together the events which led to Russell's death.

"We are really keen to hear from anyone who was staying in the hotel around the time of Russell's death.

"If you saw something suspicious or have relevant information which could assist our investigation, please report it to us.

"Even the smallest piece of information could prove crucial and I would implore anyone who may know something to get in contact with us immediately."

You can pass information directly to our investigative team via our Major Incident Public Portal by clicking the link below

Contact Information

You can also call us on 101. Please quote investigation number 14/38924/26 when you get in touch.

If you would prefer to report information to us anonymously you can do so by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on the freephone number 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org

No one will know you have contacted them and your details will remain confidential.