Three arrests as part of murder investigation after man dies following assault in Central Milton Keynes
Three people have been arrested as part of a murder investigation after a man died from his injuries following an assault in Central Milton Keynes.
Thames Valley Police have confirmed that Ezekiel Williams, aged 26, from London, died after being attacked in Midsummer Boulevard in the early hours of Sunday November 1.
The emergency services attended the scene at around 1.50am after reports that a man had been assaulted.
The victim died in hospital from his injuries on Monday (November 2), with police arresting three people in connection with the incident.
Two men, aged 21 and 28, both from Luton, have been arrested on suspicion of murder while another man, aged 30 from Luton, was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
All three men are currently in police custody.
Detective Inspector Rob Underhill from Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit said: “Our thoughts are first and foremost with Ezekiel’s family and loved ones at this devastating time.
“Specially trained family liaison officers are supporting them as they come to terms with their devastating loss.
“We have made three arrests in connection with this investigation and do not believe that there is any wider risk to the local community.
“We are carrying out a thorough and extensive investigation to establish exactly what happened.
“We recognise this incident will cause concern within the local community. There will continue to be an increased police presence in and around The Hub and Milton Keynes city centre over the coming days, and I would encourage anybody with concerns to speak with our officers.
“I am appealing to anyone who was in the area of Midsummer Boulevard and The Hub between 1am and 2am on Sunday morning to come forward if they witnessed anything that could assist our investigation.
“We are particularly keen to hear from anybody who may have mobile phone footage, dash-cam footage or CCTV recordings from the area at the time.
“Even the smallest piece of information could prove vital in helping us piece together the circumstances of this incident.”
Information can be reported via the 101 number by quoting the reference 43260570882, or by contacting the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.
In a post on its Facebook page earlier today The Hub wrote: “We are deeply saddened by the serious assault that occurred over the weekend.
“Our thoughts are first and foremost with the victim and his loved ones during this difficult time.
“We are supporting Thames Valley Police with their ongoing investigation and encourage anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who has information that could assist, to contact the police directly.
“The Hub is an important part of the local community, and we will continue to work constructively with our businesses, Thames Valley Police, local authorities, and other community partners.
“The Piazza was temporarily closed by Thames Valley Police on Sunday while they dealt with the incident. All venues are now open and operating as usual.”