A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder following an incident in Buckskin early this morning.

Officers were called to Blackdown Close, near the Co-op, just after 4.30am to reports of a man being stabbed. He was taken to Basingstoke hospital by ambulance, but died from his injuries.

Detectives from the Hampshire Major Investigation Team are at the scene.

Detective Inspector Dave Storey said: “This appears to have been an isolated incident between known parties.

"There has been a lot of police activity in the area this morning and we would like to thank residents for their co-operation and assistance while we carry out vital forensic examinations of the scene.

“There is no information to suggest a wider risk to the community from this crime.”

Anyone with information should contact the Hampshire Major Investigation Team on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.