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A university student was tragically stabbed to death while returning home from a night out, prompting a heartfelt tribute from his family.

Henry Nowak, 18, passed away after sustaining a puncture wound to his chest and two stab wounds to the back of his leg during an altercation with two men in Portswood, Southampton, on Wednesday evening.

Henry NowakHenry Nowak tragically died after sustaining a stab wound to the chest while out with his football teammatesCredit: PA

A spokesperson confirmed that two men, aged 22 and 26, are in custody, having been arrested on suspicion of murder.

A 51-year-old man who was also arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail, while a 52-year-old woman remains in custody for allegedly assisting an offender.

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What happened to Henry Nowak?

Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old university student, was stabbed to death while returning home from a night out in Southampton.

Who has been arrested in connection with this incident?

Two men aged 22 and 26 are in custody on suspicion of murder, while a 51-year-old man has been released on bail. A 52-year-old woman is also in custody for allegedly assisting an offender.