Murder investigation launched following stabbing in Luton

Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Luton today (Thursday).

Emergency services were called to reports of a stabbing in Farley Hill shortly before 2.15pm.

The victim, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene and an investigation has now been launched by the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit. His next of kin have been informed.

Detective Chief Inspector Nick Gardner said: “Our thoughts first and foremost are with the family and friends of the man who has died in these tragic circumstances.

“Knife crime has no place in our communities and we would like to reassure the public we’re working hard to establish the circumstances surrounding the man’s death and identify the person responsible.

“We’re currently following a number of lines of enquiry. As part of that we would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV footage or door-bell camera images from properties along Farley Hill and Whipperley Way, or those living on any adjoining roads. We'd also like to speak to anyone who was driving in the area around the time of the incident who may have dash-cam footage which could help with our investigation."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or via online quoting Op Ardennais.

You can also provide information anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.