Derbyshire Constabulary - Request For Information
Man bailed as enquiries into death of Chesterfield man continue
Details of Incident
A man arrested by officers investigating the death of a man in Chesterfield has been released on police bail.
The man was arrested on suspicion of the murder of Jason Smith who died at hospital on Thursday 22 January.
The 53-year-old was found with serious injuries at his home Southgate Way, Barrow Hill, shortly before 1pm on Tuesday 20 January.
The arrested man, a 20-year-old man from Sheffield, was released on police bail yesterday evening (Saturday 24 January) and enquiries are continuing into the circumstances surrounding his death.
We remain keen to speak to anyone who is able to help our enquiries. If you are able to assist please contact the force using reference 26*037726.
Contact Information
If you would prefer to speak to us, please call 101 and ask for Derbyshire Constabulary quoting incident number 489 of 20 January 2026 or reference 26*037726.
Alternatively, contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their anonymous online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.