Tribute to 'dedicated and loving' stab victim

A man whose death prompted a murder investigation has been described as a "dedicated and loving father, uncle, brother and friend".

Craig Laurie, 33, was found fatally stabbed at a property in Tasmania Close, Basingstoke, on Sunday shortly before 21:00 BST.

A second man, also in his 30s and from Newbury, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

A 55-year-old man and a 51-year-old woman, both from Basingstoke, remain in custody after police arrested them on suspicion of murder.

Mr Laurie's family, who are receiving support from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police, said: "Craig was a dedicated and loving father, uncle, brother and friend.

"He worked hard to support his family and young children. We are shocked and devastated by his loss.

"There are no words to describe how much he will be missed.

"We now need the time and privacy to grieve together as a family."

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.