Man dies after Coventry park stabbing

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Marvin WarmingtonImage source, West Midlands Police
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Marvin Warmington was found with stab wounds in Gosford Green Park on Sunday

A man who was found stabbed in a park in Coventry at the weekend has died, police have said.

Marvin Warmington, 47, was discovered seriously injured in Gosford Green Park, on Binley Road, just before 03:10 BST on Sunday.

He died in hospital on Tuesday. His family described his "infectious energy" and said he was "treasured by all who knew him".

A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

West Midlands Police said he remained in custody for questioning.

In a tribute released by the force, Mr Warmington's family said he was "an incredibly loved father, son, brother and uncle".

"We have all been left with a piece of us taken along with him."

Police said the attack was believed to be an isolated incident, although reassurance patrols would continue in the area.

A 47-year-old man has been bailed while investigations continue.

A woman, 35, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has now been released and will face no further action, officers said.

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