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Woman stabbed to death in Ipswich, murder investigation launched

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A murder investigation is underway after a woman in her twenties was fatally stabbed in Ipswich on Tuesday evening. Police believe the victim and attacker were known to each other.

Police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a young woman in Ipswich on Tuesday night.

The big picture: Emergency services were called to Burrell Road shortly after 19:10 following reports of a stabbing. Despite treatment, the victim, aged in her twenties, died a short time later.

Police in forensic suits could be seen at the scene on Burrell Road
Police in forensic suits could be seen at the scene on Burrell RoadOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

Key details:

  • No arrests have been made yet

  • Police believe the victim and attacker knew each other

  • A cordon is in place and Burrell Road is closed

Images of events unfolding

What they're saying: Detective Chief Inspector Tam Burgess said, "Emergency services, including a number of police resources, were deployed to the scene and those in the area will continue to see an increased police presence throughout tonight and the coming days."

He added, "We would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information, no matter how small you may feel it is."

What's next: Police are appealing for witnesses and information. They're particularly interested in:

  • Dash cam footage from drivers in the area

  • CCTV or doorbell camera footage from nearby residents

  • Any footage captured between 18:30 and 19:30 BST

How to help: Anyone with information can contact Suffolk Police, quoting CAD 330 of 6 August 2024:

The bottom line: This is a developing story. Ipswich.co.uk will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Police reveal Billy McNicholl died from head injuries and a single stab wound in an 'isolated' attack

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A post-mortem has revealed that William "Billy" McNicholl, 63, died from head injuries and a single stab wound at his Ipswich home. Police continue to appeal for witnesses as the murder investigation enters its second week.

The details: Officers discovered McNicholl's body at his home on Hawthorn Drive shortly before 18:00 on New Years Day:

  • Suffolk Constabulary's Major Investigation Team is leading the inquiry

  • A police cordon remains in place near the junction with Marigold Avenue

  • Investigators are particularly interested in any suspicious activity between 24 December and 1 January

William "Billy" McNicholl and his dog
William "Billy" McNicholl, 63, died from head injuries and a single stab wound at his Ipswich homeAmy Clarke

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Mike Brown of the Joint Major Investigations Team said: “We continue to appeal for anyone with any information to come forward while the murder inquiry into the death of Billy continues.

“Billy’s family are being supported by specially trained officers through what is an extremely distressing time for them.

“A large number of officers and staff have already been involved in the investigation, with searches, house-to-house and CCTV enquiries taking place. Residents should expect to see a continued increased police presence over the coming days.

“We are exploring all and any lines of enquiry and currently believe this to be an isolated incident and I would urge anyone with any information, no matter how small you think it may be, to get in touch with police.”

How to help:

  • Contact police on 101 quoting reference 37/162/25

  • Submit information via the Major Incident Public Reporting Portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/363719P01-PO1

  • Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

  • Use Crimestoppers' online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

The bottom line: While police believe this is an isolated incident, they are conducting extensive searches, house-to-house inquiries and CCTV analysis. Residents should expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days.

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