Three woman arrested on suspicion of murdering man in Liverpool
The 47-year-old was found injured at a flat in West Derby on Tuesday morning (15 October)
Last updated 16th Oct 2024
Three woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed at a flat in Liverpool.
Emergency services were called to Muirhead Avenue in the West Derby area at around 01:40BST on Tuesday morning (15 October).
The 47-year-old man was taken to hospital with what has been described as a "puncture wound", where he died a short time later.
Police are now questioning three woman aged between 24 and 49, while investigations are continuing in the area.
Detectives are appealing to speak to any witnesses and want to see any CCTV or dashcam footage.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said: “An investigation into this tragic incident is still in the early stages and as part of initial inquiries we have arrested three people.
"We are looking to establish the circumstances and I would discourage anyone from speculating while this work is being carried out.
“Although we have made these arrests, we are still appealing for information and if you can help our investigation, please come forward as a matter of urgency.
"If you live in the area and have CCTV footage, please check to see if you captured anything, even if it appears minor, as it could assist our inquiries.
"This is a busy road so if you were driving past at around the time of the incident, please review your dashcam footage and let us know if you see anything.
“Our thoughts and condolences remain with the man's family at this time.
"We understand the concern that this incident will have caused in the community, and extra officers are in the area to carry out inquiries and speak to residents.”