Family pay touching tribute to ‘much loved brother’ after Anthony Scarrott, 80, died as cops launch murder probe

Published on September 22, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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A FAMILY has paid tribute to their “much-loved brother”, as a murder probe is under way around his death.

Anthony Scarrott, 80, died after he was found with serious injuries at his home in Worthing.

Black and white photo of Tony Scarrott as a young man, smiling.His family released a photo of their ‘much loved brother’ in his early 20s Two police cars are parked on a street with a person in a white forensic suit nearby.Police attended his home in Westcourt Road, Worthin following concerns for welfare A KSS air ambulance helicopter, G-KSST, with open doors on a grassy field at night, under a bright moon.He was taken to hospital with serious injuries Arno Engels, a man accused of murder, appearing in court in handcuffs and a grey tracksuit.Arno Engels, 39, has been charged with the murder of the 80-year-old and has appeared in court

He was taken to following a call for concern to , who attended his address around 8.20pm on Thursday, September 11.

But Anthony – known as Tony – died three days later.

A photo of Tony in his early 20s was released by his family in tribute to the beloved brother.

Sister Sandy said: “My brother Tony was loved by so many family members and friends.

“I just want to say ‘Tony, sleep tight and remember the show must go on.”

Cops have launched an investigation, and 39-year-old man Arno Engels has been charged with murder.

have confirmed the two men were known to each other.

Engels was at the address when police attended, and was initially arrested on suspicion of assault.

He appeared at on Thursday, September 18.

Police are still appealing for anyone with information that can help their investigation to come forward.

This includes any witnesses who may have seen or helped Tony in Westcourt Road between 7.20pm and 7.40pm on September 11.

Detective Inspector Amanda Zinyama, of the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team, said: “This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with Tony’s family and friends.

“Through our initial enquiries, it has been established that the victim and suspect are known to one another and we want to reassure members of the public that charges have now been secured and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this investigation.”

Police presence will remain at the address as enquiries continue.

Anthony Scarrott, the victim of a murder case.Anthony ‘Tony’ Scarrott, 80, died on September 14 after he was taken to hospital A person in a white forensic suit and black boot covers stands at the back of a white van with its rear doors open, organizing items. A police vehicle is partially visible on the left.There will be an ongoing police presence at the address as police enquiries continue

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