Murder probe launched after man fatally stabbed in neck
Police have arrested a man over the klling
A murder probe has been launched after a man suffered a fatal stab wound to his neck in South Yorkshire.
Emergency services were called to a residential street in Doncaster late yesterday and the area has been cordoned off throughout the day.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “At 10.53pm yesterday Wednesday 24 June), we were called by the ambulance service to reports of an injured man at Galsworthy Close, Doncaster.
“Officers attended and found a 55-year-old man with a serious knife injury to his neck, with members of the public performing CPR.
“He was taken to hospital but despite the best efforts of the emergency services staff, the man sadly died.
“His family has been informed and are being supported by officers.
“Officers arrested a 46-year-old man on suspicion of murder, possession of an offensive weapon, dangerous driving, and robbery. He remains in police custody at this time.
“It is reported that a number of people fled the scene before police arrival.
“We are appealing for information to help us identify those responsible for this attack.”
Neighbours have reported a huge police presence in the area with a cordon in place and forensics officers combing the area for clues.
Detective Chief Inspector Ben Wood said: “I am urgently appealing for anyone with information about this attack to come forward.
“Once again, we find ourselves dealing with the devastating aftermath of knife crime.
“This should not be the norm in South Yorkshire, but we need the support of our communities to root knife crime out and bring offenders to justice.
“If you have any knowledge of who may have been involved, sharing this information with us or Crimestoppers, could help prevent another victim from coming to harm.”
If you can help, you can pass information to police via the online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number of 1277 of 24 June when you get in touch.
Alternatively, if you prefer not to give your personal details, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers.
Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/.