Murder investigation launched as two arrested after man, 59, stabbed to death and woman, 33, injured

TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after a fatal stabbing of a man, 59, on Easter Sunday, with a woman, 33, injured.

Detectives in Nottinghamshire launched a murder investigation after the man’s body was tragically discovered in the Cinderhill Walk area of Bulwell.

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Two men, aged 30 and 43, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.

A 33-year-old woman also sustained injuries during the horror incident, but they are not currently believes to be life-threatening.

Cops were called to reports of a serious assault on the street around 1:45pm on Sunday in the town 4.5 miles north-west of Nottingham.

A police cordon is set to stay while investigations into the incident continue.

Nottinghamshire Police’s Detective Inspector Clare Gibson said: “This will have been devastating news for the victim’s loved ones to receive.

“Our thoughts remain with them during this incredibly difficult time.

“At this stage, we believe this to be an isolated incident and there to be no wider risk to the public.

“Investigations are at an early stage, but we can confirm that we’ve arrested two men on suspicion of murder. 

“While we’d remind people not to speculate online about what might have happened, anyone who has any information that could assist our inquiries should contact us immediately.”

And Assistant Chief Constable Suk Verma said: “I’d like to firstly pass on my condolences to the family of the victim following the tragic loss of their loved one.

“Two suspects were arrested shortly after the incident was reported to the police, but I appreciate news of what happened will have caused alarm to the local community.

“A murder investigation is currently in its early stages, although we’re confident that this was an isolated incident.

“We will be stepping up visible patrols around Bulwell and providing more of a police presence in the area over the coming days to provide residents with some reassurance.”