Murder investigation launched in Exeter; Exmouth man arrested on suspicion of affray
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died in Exeter on Saturday (28 January).
An Exmouth man, 32, has been arrested on suspicion of affray.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Police were called to a report of an altercation in Sidwell Street, Exeter, at around 8.10pm on Saturday 28 January.
"Officers and paramedics attended and a man aged in his 40s was found having suffered a chest wound.
"He was taken to hospital where he died of his injuries. His next-of-kin have been informed.
"Two men, both aged 19, one from Christchurch, Dorset and the other of no fixed abode, were arrested on suspicion of murder.
"A 29-year-old woman from Exeter and a 32-year-old man from Exmouth were arrested on suspicion of affray.
"All four remain in police custody at this time.
"Officers remain at the scene and enquiries are ongoing."
If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, contact police via the major incident public portal online.
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