Murder probe launched after body found in hotel
Police found the man's body after receiving a concern for welfare call
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A murder investigation has been launched after a man's body was found in a hotel room with "a number of stab wounds".
Lancashire Police said they were called to The Garfield Hotel on Springfield Road in Blackpool on Sunday following a concern for welfare call.
The body of Kevin Price, 59, who lived at the address, was found inside, with police saying he had "suffered a number of stab wounds".
Det Ch Insp Simon Pritchard said: "A murder investigation is underway and enquiries are ongoing. I would appeal to anyone who can help us to get in touch."
He added: “I am especially keen to hear from anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity around The Garfield Hotel on Springfield Road between Thursday last week and Sunday."
Det Ch Insp Pritchard said his "thoughts are with Kevin Price’s loved ones at this time".
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