Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the murder of James Quigley in Ipswich.

The incident occurred at approximately 3.35pm on Tuesday, January 17 in Westgate Street when an 18-year-old man was approached by two other males and stabbed.

The suspects then headed off in different directions. One went towards the Cornhill and the other in the direction of Providence Street.

Police units and ambulance crews were in attendance but the victim died at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Raymond James Quigley – known as James – from Wymondham in Norfolk.

A Home Office post-mortem examination concluded that James died as a result of four stab wounds to the torso.

Officers have been pursing numerous lines of enquiry and today, January 21, arrested two males in connection with the incident.

A 17-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man, both from the Ipswich area, were arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.

Both will be questioned by officers while the inquiry continues.

A mobile police station has been placed on the Cornhill and members of the public are encouraged to use the opportunity to speak to local officers either about the incident, or any other concerns they may have. The station is open from 10am until 10pm, extending until 2am tonight.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Investigation Team using the online portal here or by calling 101.

Alternatively, people can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.