Milton Keynes murder victim identified by police

Joseph Tayaye sadly died after an incident in The Hide in Netherfield

Author: Henry WinterPublished 1st Apr 2022
Last updated 1st Apr 2022

Following the launch of a murder investigation in Milton Keynes, the victim has been formally identified today (1/4).

Joseph Tayaye, aged 21, from Milton Keynes, sadly died after an incident in The Hide, Netherfield, at about 11.35pm on Monday (28/3).

His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Yesterday (31/3), a post-mortem examination concluded the cause of death as a stab wound to the chest.

Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Andy Howard, of the Major Crime Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Joseph at what must be an extremely difficult time for them."

“A detailed investigation is ongoing and while no arrests have been made, we are following several positive lines of enquiry.

“I would again appeal to anybody who saw or heard anything in the area around The Hide between 11pm and midnight on Monday, or has any information that they believe may be relevant to contact police."

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