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Burley-in-Wharfedale Fatal Stabbing: Woman Now Arrested on Suspicion of Murder

Detectives call the attack targeted, urging anyone with footage or information to contact police.

Overview

  • A man in his 30s was found with an apparent stab wound at Main Street and Iron Row at 9:56 a.m. on March 1 and later died in hospital.
  • Police re-arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of murder, and one of two initially detained 23-year-old women is now also under arrest on suspicion of murder.
  • The Homicide and Major Enquiry Team and Bradford District CID are leading the inquiry, with cordons and forensic work ongoing at the scene.
  • Officers say the assault appears isolated and targeted, and specially trained staff are supporting the victim’s family.
  • Arlo café, outside which the incident occurred, called the events “incredibly distressing,” and local tributes have referred to the victim as ‘Mason,’ a name not formally confirmed by police.