Murder Investigation Launched After Man Fatally Stabbed in Bristol

The victim was attacked on Stapleton Road and died later in the hospital, prompting extensive police searches and an increased presence in the area.

Police were called to Stapleton Road in Bristol on Friday evening after a man was stabbed around 5:40 PM.
The victim, who has not yet been formally identified, received critical care at the scene and was transported to Southmead Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
A murder investigation is underway, and police have arrested one man on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Extensive searches, including the use of helicopters, were conducted in east Bristol to locate the suspect.
Police are reviewing CCTV footage and have urged anyone with information or relevant video to come forward while maintaining a respectful distance from the victim's family.