A murder investigation has been launched in Stockton following an incident shortly after midnight today, Thursday 19 September 2024.
The incident happened outside a property in Hills Drive, when a 26-year-old man was stabbed and sadly died at the scene.
Multiple emergency services arrived on the scene which is just north of Stockton Town Centre shortly after midnight unfortunately one male died at the scene and now Cleveland Police have launched a full murder investigation .
Photos below show a large cordon erected outside a property on Hills Drive with a forensic tent in place with officers standing guard.
UPDATE as of 15:14pm on 19/09/2024
Cleveland Police have shared the below message on their Facebook page
“Detectives are continuing to appeal for witnesses and footage as a murder investigation continues in Stockton.
Five people have been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation which launched around 12am this morning, Thursday 19th September, when a 26-year-old man died on Hills Drive following a stabbing incident.
The man’s family are being supported by specially trained officers and our thoughts remain with them at this extremely difficult time, although formal identification is yet to take place.
Five people have been arrested on suspicion of murder. All remain in police custody at this time.
Enquiries are continuing and detectives are continuing to appeal for any witnesses or anyone with footage that could assist their investigation to get in touch”
Anyone with footage can upload it here https://orlo.uk/O91AP “
Officers will remain at the scene throughout today as they work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Extra high visibility patrols have also been spotted in the area.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has valuable information is asked to contact police by dialling 101, quoting reference number 180509.