Police have arrested three men and are searching for two others after a man was fatally stabbed on Ridgway Road in Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, on the evening of 23 July. The victim, described by officers as a man in his 40s, was discovered by members of the public and died at the scene despite the efforts of emergency services.
Arrests and ongoing inquiries
Staffordshire Police confirmed a 24-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning. Two other males who were detained the previous day — a 25-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent and a 17-year-old boy from Newcastle-under-Lyme — also remain in custody.
- Date and time: 23 July, police called at 7.40pm
- Location: Ridgway Road, Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent
- Victim: man in his 40s (name not released)
- Arrests: three males in custody; two further suspects sought
Investigation leads and appeal to the public
Detective Chief Inspector Ian Fitzgerald, of Staffordshire Police's major investigations department, said officers are continuing to pursue two men they believe were involved in the incident. He thanked members of the public who have already provided footage and information and urged others with material that may assist to come forward.
"We are working tirelessly to track down two other men we believe are involved. I would urge anyone who thinks they have information which could help us to get in touch. Thank you to everyone who has provided us with footage and information so far."
Local impact and accountability
The killing on Ridgway Road marks a serious incident for Shelton and the wider Stoke-on-Trent community. Fatal stabbings prompt questions about street safety, policing resources and community engagement. With three people in custody and two further suspects still at large, the investigation is likely to remain a priority for local detectives while the city seeks reassurance on public protection measures.
Facts at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date and time reported | 23 July, police called at 7.40pm |
| Location | Ridgway Road, Shelton |
| Victim | Man in his 40s (deceased) |
| People arrested | 24-year-old man (suspected murder), 25-year-old man and 17-year-old boy — all in custody |
| Suspects still sought | Two men believed to be involved |
Next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specially trained officers, the force said. Anyone with relevant information, including dashcam or mobile phone footage from the Ridgway Road area on the evening of 23 July, is asked to contact Staffordshire Police to assist the ongoing major investigation.
