Jack Abbott, Member of Parliament for Ipswich, has issued a statement following the murder of a young woman in the town on Tuesday night. He praised emergency services and called for public assistance in the ongoing investigation.
The big picture: A murder investigation is underway after a woman in her twenties was fatally stabbed on Burrell Road shortly after 19:10 BST on 6 August. Local MP Jack Abbott has spoken out as the community comes to terms with last night's events.
Key details:
Emergency services were called to the scene but were unable to save the victim
No arrests have been made yet
Police believe the victim and attacker were known to each other
What they're saying: In a statement, Jack Abbott said: "My thoughts are with the young woman, her loved ones and our wider Ipswich community following this appalling tragedy."
He added: "I want to thank the police and emergency services for their response, and I know they are working around the clock to ensure the person responsible faces the full force of the law."
The MP urged anyone with information to come forward, stating: "I urge anyone with information that may help the police progress this murder investigation to contact the police, but to refrain from online speculation whilst the investigation is still ongoing."
What's next: Police are continuing their investigation and are particularly interested in:
Dash cam footage from drivers in the area
CCTV or doorbell camera footage from nearby residents
Any footage captured between 18:30 and 19:30 BST on Tuesday 6 August
How to help: Anyone with information can contact Suffolk Police, quoting CAD 330 of 6 August 2024:
Phone: 101
Anonymously via Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org
The bottom line: As Ipswich comes to terms with this tragedy, authorities will be working around the clock to bring the perpetrator to justice.
