TWO men have been arrested after a 19-year-old dad was stabbed to death in a seaside town.
Emergency crews rushed to respond to Whitstable, , in the early hours of Friday, April 3, after receiving reports of a serious assault.
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of Ashton HarringtonCredit: Enterprise
Cops cordoned off the area in the aftermath of the tragedyCredit: Cover Images
Young dad Ashton Harrington, 19, was found at the scene suffering from injuries consistent with stab wounds, said.
An air ambulance was scrambled and medics battled to save the teen’s life.
Despite the best efforts of paramedics he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Two men, aged 19 and 21, have since been arrested on suspicion of murder following a raid on a property in Sittingbourne, Kent, yesterday.
They both remain in custody as Kent continues to probe the incident.
Detective Chief Inspector Emma Lawry said: “Over the last week, officers have carried out a number of enquiries, including appealing for two men we would like to speak to.
“Our have been seen across Sittingbourne, Herne Bay and Ramsgate as part of the .
“We have received really good support from the public and we would like to thank them.
“Two men are now in custody and we will keep the public updated as this case moves on.”
Following the tragic incident, a forensic tent was set up at the scene with Belmont Road closed off while emergency crews worked.
previously appealed for any information or CCTV that may assist their investigation.
Members of the public with information that may be of use to detectives were asked to contact the immediately.
Forensic officers remained on the scene the next morning as a murder probe got underwayCredit: Cover Images
19-year-old Ashton Harrington was found at the scene suffering with serious injuriesCredit: Enterprise
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