Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Northampton death
Det Insp Torie Harrison said: "Although we have made an arrest, we continue to follow a number of lines of inquiry and are still very keen to speak to anyone who may have information about Robert's death who has not yet come forward."Anyone who can help us piece together the events which led to his death is encouraged to come forward."
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