Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder following a fatal stabbing this afternoon.
Detectives in Nottinghamshire launched a murder investigation after the body of a 59-year-old man was discovered in the Cinderhill Walk area of Bulwell – a market town 4.5 miles north-west of Nottingham.
Two men, aged 30 and 43, have since been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. They are currently in custody.
Police were called to reports of a serious assault on the street, around 1.45pm on Sunday.
A 33-year-old woman also sustained injuries that are not currently believed to be life-threatening during the incident.
A police cordon is set to remain in place while investigations into the incident continue.
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.
A police cordon is set to remain in place while investigations into the incident continue
‘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.’
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.’
