Colchester Horror: Man in 20s Stabbed to Death in Early Hours
Murder Probe Launched After Fatal Stabbing
Detectives have opened a murder investigation after a deadly stabbing rocked Colchester just after midnight. Emergency teams rushed to Affleck Road on the Greenstead estate at around 12:15am on Friday, 11 December.
Victim Dies at Scene, Teen Hurt
Tragically, a man in his 20s was pronounced dead shortly after officers and paramedics arrived. A teenager present was treated for minor injuries and taken to hospital.
25-Year-Old Arrested
Police have arrested a 25-year-old local man on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. He remains in custody as they probe the incident.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Officers want to hear from anyone who heard a disturbance late on Thursday night or spotted suspicious activity near Affleck Road. If you have information, contact the Major Crime Team on 101, quoting incident number 10 of 11 December, or email [email protected].