33-year-old man charged with fatal stabbing

A man has been charged with murder for stabbing a 35-year-old York man to death, police said.

Greg Marshall died in hospital after being found by police called to the Roche Avenue/Bellfarm Avenue area at around 04:45 BST on Saturday.

According to North Yorkshire Police, a 33-year-old man was due to appear before York Magistrates Court on Tuesday on charges of murder and possession of a bladed article.

A second man, 33, who was charged with affray and possession of a knife object, was also due to appear before the judge later, a police spokesman said.

Meanwhile, a third man (29), who was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon, has been sent back to prison, they added.

Det Insp Dominic Holroyd of North Yorkshire Police said: “Our thoughts are with Greg’s family and friends at this very sad time.”

“We recognize the distress and disruption this has caused in the community and we thank you for your continued patience and support as we thoroughly investigate this isolated incident.”

In a tribute to Mr Marshall, his family described him as a “beloved son, father, husband, brother, uncle and loyal friend to many near and far”.

They added: “Our hearts are broken and we ask that you respect our privacy as we process this tragedy.”

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

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