Man killed and another fighting for life after multiple stabbings in Halifax

A man has been knifed to death while another is fighting for his life after multiple stabbings in Halifax town centre.

Police were called to Commercial Street at 3.48am on Sunday to reports three men had been attacked.

The trio were rushed to hospital with stab wounds. One died there, while another is fighting for his life. The third who was injured is not in a life-threatening condition.

West Yorkshire Police said a “significant” crime scene has been in place since the “serious” incident in the early hours of the morning.

Officers have been conducting specialist searches and forensic inquiries, although the investigation is still at an early stage, said the force.

It added: “The public and local businesses are thanked for their patience at this time.”