Murder investigation underway in St Helens

Author: Grace MarnerPublished 3rd Aug 2021

A murder investigation is underway in St Helens following the death of a man in the area last night (2nd August).

Police were called to a property on North Road at around 10.50pm to reports that a man in his 30s had been stabbed.

He was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The man has yet to be formally identified. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in custody where he is being questioned by detectives.

Detective Inspector Jenny Beck said: "The investigation is in the very early stages. We are carrying out a number of witness and CCTV enquiries to establish what has taken place."

Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting log 1143 of 2nd August.

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