Northampton murder investigation latest

Three men are still being questioned

Author: Trevor ThomasPublished 13th Dec 2024

Detectives have been given more time to interview three men arrested following a serious assault in Northampton.

Officers were called to Flaxwell Court Little Billing on Wednesday night.

A murder investigation was launched after the victim, a man aged in his 20s, died from his injuries in hospital.

Forensic postmortem examinations held at Leicester Royal Infirmary yesterday (Thursday, December 12th), have found that the preliminary cause of death was from a stab wound.

An extension has now been granted to allow police to continue to interview the three, who are aged 22, 23 and 25, for up to a further 24 hours.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Johnny Campbell of Northamptonshire Police, has thanked members of the public who have come forward with information.

DCI Campbell said: “This is an exceptionally sad and tragic incident, and our thoughts and sincere condolences remain with this young man’s family, who continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

“His death has understandably also had a huge impact on the neighbourhood and wider community, and we would like to thank them for their support while officers carried out searches at the scene as well as those who have helped with our investigation.

“However, we would again appeal to anyone who may have information, however small, to get in touch as soon as possible if they have not already done so. Any little detail may help us piece together what happened around the time of the incident.

“Over the coming days, our neighbourhood policing team will remain in the area and anyone with any concerns, whether connected to this incident or not, is encouraged to speak to them as they will be happy to help.”

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