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Friday, October 15, 2021

Sir David Amess Conservative MP has died at scene of stabbing - Essex Police David Amees was holding a surgery at Belfairs Methodist Church in Leigh-on-Sea

Very sad news:

Sir David Amess has died at scene of stabbing - Essex Police

Conservative MP Sir David Amess has died in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex Police have confirmed.

A 25-year-old was arrested on suspicion of murder and a knife was recovered from the scene at Belfairs Methodist Church.

In a statement, Essex Police added: "We were called to an address in Eastwood Road North shortly after 12.05pm today.

"We attended and found a man injured.

"He was treated by emergency services but, sadly, died at the scene.

"A 25 year-old man was quickly arrested after officers arrived at the scene on suspicion of murder and a knife was recovered.

"He is currently in custody.