Two murder arrests after fatal street stabbing

A police cordon remains in the Cinderhill Walk area of Bulwell, Nottingham

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after a man was fatally stabbed and a woman injured.

Police were called to reports of a serious assault in Bulwell, Nottingham, at about 1:45 BST on Sunday.

The two suspects, aged 30 and 43, remain in custody after a 59-year-old man's body was discovered in Cinderhill Walk, Nottinghamshire Police said.

The injured woman, who is 33, sustained injuries that are not currently believed to be life-threatening.

Police say investigations are at an early stage

Det Insp Clare Gibson: "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."

Stepping up patrols

Assistant Chief Constable Suk Verma added: "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."