Murder investigation underway after man is stabbed to death

Police have confirmed today (Sunday) that a murder investigation is underway.

Paramedics were called to a property in Blackwell Lane, Warwick, at around 11pm yesterday (Saturday May 2). When they arrived they found a man in his 50s suffering from stab injuries. He was taken to University Hospital Coventy and Warwickshire, where he later died.

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and remains in police custody.

The identity of the victim is known, but formal identification is yet to take place. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

Anyone with any information that may assist the investigation is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference 0346 020515. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.