Santa Cruz Avenue in Milton Keynes (Image: Google Maps)
Two women, aged 38 and 24, have died while a man and a teenage boy suffered serious injuries after reports of a stabbing in Bletchley, Milton Keynes, on Christmas Day, Thames Valley Police said.
A 49-year-old man from Milton Keynes was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder and remains in police custody, Thames Valley Police said.
Officers were called to a block of apartments in Santa Cruz Avenue at just after 6.30pm.
The two women died at the scene, while the man and teenage boy are in a stable condition in hospital.
A dog also injured in the incident was taken to vets but did not survive.
A police investigation was launched after the deaths. Further enquiries were undertaken and yesterday, a 49-year-old man from Milton Keynes was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. He remains in police custody at this time.
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Brangwin, of the Major Crime Unit, said: “Firstly I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the families of the women who have tragically died in this shocking incident.
“We have launched a double murder investigation, which may be concerning to the wider public.
“However, we have made an arrest and are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident and the parties are known to each other.
“Members of the public will see a large police presence in the area while our investigation takes place.
“If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to approach our officers and they will do their best to help.
“Anyone with information or footage which you think could help our investigation, please call us on 101, quoting reference number 43240622935.
“Alternatively, you can make a report online, or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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