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A man has been stabbed to death and four people have been arrested as police launch a murder investigation.
Humberside Police were called to reports of a fight in the Hull city centre at about 11.20pm yesterday.
When they arrived, they found a man with a stab wound. He was rushed to hospital but sadly died from his injuries.
This afternoon, police say they have launched a murder investigation.
The victim’s family are currently being supported by specially trained officers and our thoughts remain with them at this sad time.
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Four people have been arrested on suspicion of murder and all remain in police custody.
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of murder (Duncan Young/GNP)Police are continuing to explore all lines of enquiry in connection with the incident.
Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) Doug Blackwood said, “We understand that news of a tragic incident such as this will cause shock and concern for residents in the local community.
“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.
Flowers were left at the scene where a man was stabbed (Duncan Young/GNP)“There are currently scenes with cordons in place around Princes Dock Street and Queen’s Gardens in Hull, and those in the area will see an increased number of officers throughout the day and night, both to carry out enquiries and to also provide additional reassurance to the local community.
"I would encourage anyone in the area with concerns or information to speak to them.
“If you have any information that may assist with our enquiries, or if you have dashcam or CCTV footage of the area around the time of the incident, please get in touch with us.
"I would also appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident or who may have been a witness to please contact us on our non-emergency number 101, quoting log 720 of 24 March.
“If you would prefer to report information anonymously, you can do so by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”