Police given more time to question suspects over Bristol murder
A 39-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Horfield on Wednesday
Detectives investigating a murder in Bristol are being given more time to question three men.
A 39-year-old man lost his life in the early hours of Wednesday 21st August after being stabbed on Filton Avenue in Horfield, at around 3:45am.
The victim, who has not yet been named, was able to drive a short distance away before succumbing to his injuries. He was pronounced dead a short time later in hospital.
Three men, all aged in the 20s, remain in the custody of Avon and Somerset Police.
Chief Inspector Keith Smith, of the North Bristol Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “A murder inquiry, led by our Major Crime Investigation Team, is continuing as we seek to provide the man’s family with the answers they deserve about what happened on Wednesday morning. We are providing them with support and will continue to update them on the progress made.
WATCH: Our video report from the scene on Wednesday
“Yesterday afternoon we were granted additional time to question the three men arrested and all remain in custody at this time.
“Our inquires at this stage have not linked this incident to any other investigation, nor do we consider there is a wider risk to the public.”
A cordon was in place on Filton Avenue throughout Wednesday while forensic officers examined the scene, but the road has since reopened.
However, inquires continue inside an address on the road, which officers say are likely to continue over the weekend.
Ch Insp Smith added: “We’re aware the impact any police investigation has on a community, and that is felt even more keenly when it is in such tragic circumstances.
“It is important we gather all the evidence available to establish what took place. We’re grateful to the public who have shown understanding and patience while that has been happening...
“A number of people have approached officers at the scene to understand what has happened. We welcome that because those officers will listen to any concerns the public may have and provide what necessary assistance they can.”
Anyone who knows anything about what happened is asked to call 101 and quote the reference number 5224220087.