Murder investigation launched after man found stabbed to death in Hull street

A man was found with fatal stab wounds in a street in the city on Wednesday evening, Humberside Police said.

The victim, who has not yet been formally named, was taken to hospital after being found in Peel Street shortly after 8pm, but sadly succumbed to his injuries.

The force has now launched an investigation and said "exhaustive enquiries" were "already completed and underway".

Several people have been arrested in connection with the murder after reports a group of people were seen in the area at the time.

Detective Chief Inspector Bob Clark said: “We are in the very early stages of the investigation, however following leads and analysis already carried out, we do believe this was an isolated incident with no wider threat or risk to the general public.

“There was a large group of individuals in the area, which tragically resulted in one man suffering fatal stab wounds.

“The circumstances of the incident and the events leading up to it will be fully established as part of the investigation, with a dedicated team of detectives and officers working through CCTV footage, house to house enquiries and taking witness statements to obtain a clear and full picture."

A police spokeswoman said the man's family had been informed of the death and that a post-mortem examination was yet to take place in the coming days.

Det Chief Insp Clark added: “There remains a police scene in place whilst enquiries are carried out, with additional police patrols that will be present in the area throughout the day and over the weekend to provide a visible presence and reassurance to the local community.

“I would ask anyone who was in the area at the time, who witnessed the incident or who has any information to please come forward, as your assistance could be vital to the investigation and holding who is responsible to account.”

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