South Yorkshire Police have detained a woman on suspicion of murder, over eight years after Tommy Ward was brutally beaten to death in his Maltby home. Emergency services responded to a call from Tommy’s residence on Salisbury Road on 1 October 2015. He was assaulted for his life savings and left critically injured. Authorities transported Tommy, aged 80, to the hospital with severe injuries.
Images from 2015 showed Tommy in a hospital bed with severe wounds to his face, neck, and chest, causing national outrage. He succumbed to his injuries on 23 February 2016 while in hospital. A coroner concluded his death resulted from the injuries sustained during the attack. Although police arrested several individuals on suspicion of murder, robbery, and aggravated burglary, no charges were filed at that time.
Before his death, Tommy, drifting in and out of consciousness, attempted to assist police, suggesting that four individuals were involved in the attack. On Monday, 19 August, South Yorkshire Police provided an update, announcing a new arrest in connection with Tommy’s death.
A police spokesperson confirmed, “A woman has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Tommy Ward.” Authorities were called to Tommy’s residence on 1 October 2015, where he was found with life-threatening injuries. During the incident, a safety deposit box containing approximately £30,000 was also reported stolen from his home.
Tommy passed away on 23 February 2016 due to the injuries from the assault. Following his death, a murder investigation led to the arrest of ten men and one woman, all of whom were later released without charges. On 19 August, police arrested a 36-year-old woman from Rotherham on suspicion of murder.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who was Tommy Ward?
Tommy Ward was an 80-year-old man brutally beaten in his home in 2015.
When did Tommy Ward die?
Tommy Ward died on February 23, 2016, in the hospital.
What was stolen from Tommy Ward’s home?
A safety deposit box containing around £30,000 in cash was stolen.
Have there been any arrests in Tommy Ward’s case?
Yes, a 36-year-old woman was recently arrested on suspicion of murder.
How many people were initially arrested in connection with Tommy Ward’s case?
Ten men and one woman were initially arrested but later released.
