Murder investigation after inmate dies at Staffordshire prison
Staffordshire Police say a man has been arrested after a stabbing
A murder investigation has been launched after an inmate died after being stabbed at a prison in Staffordshire.
Police say they were called to HMP Dovegate, Draycott-in-the-Clay, at around 9am on Saturday.
A man in his 40s sustained serious knife wounds, and was rushed to hospital for treatment. He later died.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been released on bail as we continue to investigate.
In a statement, Staffordshire Police said: "We’ve launched a murder investigation following the death of a prisoner in Staffordshire.
"Shortly after 9am on Saturday (13 July), we were called to HMP Dovegate, Draycott-in-the-Clay, after a prisoner was stabbed.
"The victim, a man in his 40s, was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
"Sadly, he died as a result of his injuries.
"A 46-year-old man, of HMP Dovegate, was arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been released on bail as we continue to investigate.
"Specially-trained officers are continuing to support the man’s family at this difficult time."