One man has died and seven others have been injured after a stabbing outside a nightclub in Cornwall.
A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene, the force said, while those injured were sent to hospital for examination. None are being treated as life-threatening.
Officers are supporting the next of kin of the deceased.
Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed they have launched a murder inquiry and have urged anyone with information to come forward.
In a statement, police said that a 24-year-old man from Bodmin was arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder, and causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
“He remains in police custody at this time,” the force added.
Police remain at the scene of Victoria Square on Castle Canyke Road near the Eclipse Nightclub in Bodmin after the serious incident in the early hours of this morning.
The statement said: “Police were called at 3.15am on Sunday 30 April to the area of Victoria Square on Castle Canyke Road following a report of a serious altercation.
“It was further reported that someone was in possession of a knife and that multiple people had sustained suspected stab wounds.
“A man in his 30s was confirmed deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.”
Detective inspector Ilona Rosson, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “Following an incident in Bodmin last night, a man in his 30s has been confirmed deceased and officers are supporting his next of kin.
“At this time we are treating this as an isolated matter and we are not seeking anyone else in connection to this incident.
“This is a live and active police investigation, and I would urge people not to speculate on social media but if you have information which may assist us, please report it.”
The incident comes as people flock to Cornwall to make the most of the warm Bank Holiday weather, with temperatures in the mid-to-high teens across the county.
Cornwall councillor Leigh Frost said the attack in his ward was “shocking and devastating” for Bodmin.
He told BBC News: “Bodmin is a small town and it’s not rife with crime, it’s quite a friendly place.
“We are a strong community and we will pull together and get though this together.
“My thoughts are with everyone involved, the victim and his family.
“I also praise the emergency services for responding so quickly and the police for ensuring there is a full investigation.”
