An 18-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder after being fatally stabbed in a busy neighborhood of…

May 26, 2024, 8:45 p.m.

An 18-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal stabbing in Bedford, police said.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, on Riverfield Drive, Bedford, at 2pm on Friday.

An unnamed man in his 20s was confirmed dead at the scene a short time later.

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The 18-year-old was arrested and taken into custody for questioning on Friday after a murder investigation was launched by the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit.

Although the victim has not yet been formally identified, police said his family is receiving support.

Detective Inspector Dale Mepstead said: “We understand that incidents such as this have a significant impact on our residents.

“Our thoughts go first and foremost to the loved ones of the man who lost his life in such atrocious circumstances.

“This incident occurred in a busy area, in the presence of several people.

“If you witnessed this or have video footage or images, please contact us.

“There is no place for knife crime in our society and we will continue to do all we can to combat it.”

Police have asked anyone with information to visit the Bedfordshire Police website or call 101 quoting Operation Konic.