A 26-year-old man found dead at a historic Bronze Age stone circle in England’s Peak District has been identified as Isaac Clare-Watts.
Emergency services were called to the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in Stanton Lees, Derbyshire, at approximately 1:38 p.m. on Monday, following reports of a serious incident after a summer solstice gathering. Isaac was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have launched a murder investigation and arrested a 41-year-old man on suspicion of murder. The suspect remains in custody while detectives continue their inquiries.
According to authorities, Isaac’s family has been informed of his death and is receiving support from specially trained officers. Investigators have not yet released details about the circumstances surrounding the killing but described the case as a serious and ongoing investigation.
Friends and family paid tribute to Isaac, remembering him as a “wonder” and a “beautiful soul.” Messages shared by those who knew him highlighted his kindness, warmth, and the positive impact he had on people around him.
The Nine Ladies Stone Circle, believed to date back thousands of years to the Bronze Age, is a well-known landmark in the Peak District and attracts visitors throughout the year, including those attending summer solstice celebrations.
Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident or who may have information that could assist the investigation to come forward.
