Murder investigation underway in Bulwell
Two men have been arrested after a 59-year old was found fatally stabbed
A murder investigation's underway after a man was found stabbed to death in Bulwell in Nottinghamshire.
Two men have been arrested after a 59-year-old man’s body was discovered in Cinderhill Walk yesterday afternoon.
A 33-year-old woman was also injure,d but her injuries are not currently believed to be life-threatening.
Two men, aged 30 and 43, have since been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. They are currently in custody.
A police cordon is set to remain in place while investigations into the incident continue.
Police: "we believe this to be an isolated incident"
Detective Inspector Clare Gibson, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:
“This will have been devastating news for the victim’s loved ones to receive.
“Our thoughts remain with them during this incredibly difficult time.
“At this stage, we believe this to be an isolated incident and there to be no wider risk to the public.
“Investigations are at an early stage, but we can confirm that we’ve arrested two men on suspicion of murder.
“While we’d remind people not to speculate online about what might have happened, anyone who has any information that could assist our inquiries should contact us immediately.”
Police patrols stepped up around Bulwell
Assistant Chief Constable Suk Verma added:
“I’d like to firstly pass on my condolences to the family of the victim following the tragic loss of their loved one.
“Two suspects were arrested shortly after the incident was reported to the police, but I appreciate news of what happened will have caused alarm to the local community.
“A murder investigation is currently in its early stages, although we’re confident that this was an isolated incident.
“We will be stepping up visible patrols around Bulwell and providing more of a police presence in the area over the coming days to provide residents with some reassurance.”