Police investigate man's death in Brampford Speke
One man has been arrested.
Devon and Cornwall police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Brampford Speke.
Officers were called out at 8.50pm yesterday evening to the village following reports that a man had sustained stab wounds inside a house.
Emergency services attended to provide medical care, but the man, aged 64, was confirmed deceased at the scene.
A 36-year-old man, from London, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Detective Inspector Guy Biggar, from the Major Crime Investigation Team said: “I understand that an incident of this nature will cause concern within the local community and our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what happened last night. While that happens, there will be an increased police presence in the area."
“We do believe that those involved are known to each other and I can confirm that this is being treated as an isolated matter and we are not seeking anyone else in connection to this incident."
“There are cordons in place at the scene today and these will remain in place while our enquiries continue."
“I ask that anyone with information which may help us, to please report it or speak to an officer at the scene.”
Anyone with information which may assist ongoing enquiries is asked to contact police on 101 or on their website quoting 50240191820.