More arrests over the murder of Dale Martin in Derby
The 21 year old was stabbed to death on Stenson Road last weekend
Further arrests have been made in relation to the ongoing investigation into the death of Dale Martin.
Two 18-year-old men have been arrested on suspicion of murder, and an 18-year-old woman arrested for assisting an offender.
Two men aged 24 and 18 have also been arrested on suspicion of affray.
The three men that were arrested earlier in the week on suspicion of murder remain in police custody.
Dale, known to his family and friends as DJ, was fatally stabbed on Stenson Road on Sunday 15 June.
Detective Chief Inspector Claudia Musson who is leading the investigation said:
“The investigation is ongoing, and we still would like the local community to contact us with any relevant information that may assist our enquiries.
“We would like to appeal to anyone that may have seen a Renault Megane in the area of Stenson Road around the time of incident to contact us.
“No matter how insignificant you feel the information may be, it may be of use to the investigation.
“Specially trained officers are supporting Dale’s family, and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.”
Detectives are also investigating a linked incident that took place outside The Oaklands pub on Oaklands Avenue in Littleover earlier in the evening on Sunday.
At around 6pm officers were called to reports of men carrying knives. No one was injured at this location.
Police would like to speak to anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage in the area of Oaklands Avenue.
A total of 12 people have now been arrested. The woman and three men that were arrested for affray earlier in the week remain on bail.