COPS have launched a murder probe after a man was stabbed to death in Blackpool last night – as a teen was arrested on suspicion of murder.
Officers raced to the scene at 8.53pm yesterday following reports that a man in his 50s had been knifed.
Police attended an address on Carsluith Avenue and found a man with multiple stab wounds. He was rushed to hospital but died a short time later.
An 18-year-old man from Fleetwood has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in custody.
Det Supt Neil Drummond of Lancashire Police said: “A murder investigation is underway following the death of a man in Blackpool.
“These are very sad and tragic circumstances and my thoughts are with the man’s family at this very distressing time.
“While we have made an arrest we would continue to appeal to anyone with information or who feels they can assist with our enquiries to come forward.
“We recognise this will have caused some concern in the community but please be reassured incidents of this nature are rare and we have a dedicated team of detectives working on the investigation.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting log 1664 of June 23rd. Alternatively independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.
