Pair of men arrested after man ‘stabbed to death’ at block of flats
The suspects were tracked down using a drone and a helicopter.
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after another man in his twenties died in a ‘violent incident’ at a block of flats in Crawley.
Police were called to reports of a stabbing at an address on Arthur Road, in the west of the West Sussex town, at 5.30am today.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, the man died at the scene.
Sussex Police said his next of kin had been informed and were being supported by specialists from the force.
Officers conducted searches using a drone and a National Police Air Service helicopter, which resulted in two suspects being tracked down.
A 22-year-old man from London and a 23-year-old man from Crawley were both arrested in connection with the incident, and have been transported to custody.
Detective Superintendent Andy Wolstenholme said: ‘We are treating this as a targeted attack with no threat to the wider community, and we are not seeking anyone else in connection with it at this time.
‘This is a fast-moving investigation and the public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area in the meantime.
‘Please come forward if you have any information that could assist us.’
Anyone who believes they may be able to help is asked to report the information to Sussex Police online or call 101, quoting Operation Churchtown.
Those who wish to report anonymously can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit the independent charity’s website.
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