A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally stabbed in Chelmsford.

Police were called to Cromar Way just before 1am this morning.

A man in his 40s was found severely injured at the scene. Just after 2am, he was sadly pronounced dead at hospital.

Three men, aged 40, 53, and 59, and a 53-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The 53-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs.

An alleyway near Meteor Way has been closed as part of our investigation and may impact pedestrians in the area or those attending Essex County Cricket Club.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 101, quoting reference 54 of 22/06.

Alternatively, you can contact the Crimestoppers charity 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.