Police in Milton Keynes have launched a murder investigation after a man was stabbed this afternoon (New Year's Eve).
Officers were called to an address in Carradine Crescent, Oxley Park, Milton Keynes just after 3.30pm on Tuesday to reports of a stabbing.
Tragically, the man, aged in his early 20s, subsequently died at Milton Keynes University Hospital.
A scene-watch has been put in place at Carradine Crescent and four people have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody at this time.
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Dejan Avramovich, of the Major Crime Unit based at Taplow, said: “This is a fast-moving murder investigation, and we currently have four people in custody in connection with this incident.
“I am appealing to anybody who believes that they have any information about this incident, or who may have witnessed an altercation in the area of Carradine Crescent, to please contact Thames Valley Police on 101, quoting URN 727 (31/12).
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“The victim’s next of kin have been made aware and are being supported by specially trained officers at this time.
“I appreciate the concern that this incident will cause in the local community, but I would like to re-assure members of the public that we have made arrests and are investigating the circumstances of this incident thoroughly.
“We believe the victim and the offenders were known to one another, and do not believe there to be a wider threat to the local community.
“However, if anybody has any concerns, please do not hesitate to speak to one of our officers on scene, or by contacting the 24-hour non-emergency number 101.
“If you have information, but don’t wish to speak directly with police, you can make a report online, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
