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Bristol Post
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Bertie Adam

Man dies in Bristol city centre stabbing

A man has sadly died after being rushed to hospital following a stabbing in Castle Park in Bristol yesterday afternoon (January 31), Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed.

Emergency services, including police and ambulance crews, were notified of the situation at approximately 4:30pm yesterday, after receiving reports of a stabbing incident in Castle Park.

Upon arrival, the authorities found a man in his 30s who was seriously injured.

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The police cordon in place at Castle Park this evening (January 31) (Geoffrey Bennett)

He was swiftly transported to the hospital by the ambulance service, but he tragically succumbed to his injuries.

The man's identity is yet to be officially confirmed as the authorities are working to locate and notify his next of kin.

To assist the investigation and gather essential evidence, a cordon has been established around the crime scene. Police officers are conducting thorough inquiries to uncover the truth and bring those responsible to justice.

If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223024599 , or complete their online appeals form.

You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 percent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.

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