FLORAL tributes have been left after a man was stabbed to death in Braddock Court this week.

Flowers and messages have been attached to a tree outside a children's play park in Braddock Court, Chapel Gate, following the death of a man on Monday, April 29.

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Police officers were called at 6.49pm, and despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the victim, a man in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation has been launched and three men from Basingstoke, aged 48, 43 and 42, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Chief Inspector Scott Johnson, District Commander for Basingstoke, previously said: “We know this incident will be concerning for the local community, however please be reassured that we are working hard to establish the exact circumstances of what took place.

“Officers are carrying out extensive enquiries in the local area, and at this stage, we believe there is no wider risk to the public at this time.

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“There will also be increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance. If you have any concerns or information, please don’t hesitate to speak to our officers.

“Our teams are keen to hear from anyone who has any information about what happened. Were you in the Braddock Court area last night? Did you see or hear anything unusual or concerning?

“Do you have any doorbell, dashcam or CCTV footage which may help the investigation?”

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 101 quoting reference 44240179161.