POLICE have arrested three people in connection with the fatal stabbing of 33-year-old Lee Turner.

A 17 year old youth and two men aged 18 and 24 from London are currently in police custody.

The 24 year old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder and the two other suspects were arrested on suspicion of murder. 

Lee was attacked in a field between Gorse Hill and Pinehurst known as The Venny on Sunday afternoon.

Detective Chief Inspector Phil Walker said: “The three arrests that have taken place overnight are the result of a great deal of focus and effort by our officers who have been working with colleagues from outside the force area.

“We hope this will provide some reassurance to those living in the area following this dreadful crime which has undoubtedly raised concerns in the community..

“Our thoughts remain with the family of Mr Turner at this difficult time and we would like to assure them that we are doing all we can to bring those responsible for his death to justice.”

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call police on 101 or report it to Crimestoppers without leaving their name on 0800 555111