TWO men arrested in connection with the murder of a Gateshead man in 2012 have been released on police bail.

John 'The Badge' Roberts, who was 32, was found murdered inside his house in Park Terrace, Winlaton on Sunday, December 16, 2012.

Earlier today today officers arrested two men, aged 42 and 25 years, on suspicion of murder.

They were released on police bail after helping detectives with their inquiries.

Officers are continuing to appeal for information into the unsolved murder and anyone with any information is asked to contact detectives on 101 ext 69191, quoting reference 1084 16/12/12, or by ringing Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Mr Roberts, a football memorabilia seller, was found dead in the living room having suffered a serious head injury