Police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a young woman in Ipswich on Tuesday night.
The big picture: Emergency services were called to Burrell Road shortly after 19:10 following reports of a stabbing. Despite treatment, the victim, aged in her twenties, died a short time later.

Key details:
No arrests have been made yet
Police believe the victim and attacker knew each other
A cordon is in place and Burrell Road is closed
Images of events unfolding
What they're saying: Detective Chief Inspector Tam Burgess said, "Emergency services, including a number of police resources, were deployed to the scene and those in the area will continue to see an increased police presence throughout tonight and the coming days."
He added, "We would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information, no matter how small you may feel it is."
What's next: Police are appealing for witnesses and information. They're 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
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: This is a developing story. Ipswich.co.uk will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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