Torquay stabbing victim was a 'loved father and son'

The family of a man stabbed to death in Torquay have paid tribute to their 'loved father and son'.

Police have named the victim of the tragedy in Ellacombe as 34-year-old Aaron Parrington.

Mr Parrington’s family said: “He was a loved father and son, who will be greatly missed. Although we are grateful for the support, we would ask that you respect our privacy at this time.”

Detectives have launched a murder investigation after the stabbing incident in Ellacombe Church Road.

A warrant of further detention was granted by magistrates on Tuesday (September 19) in relation to two men, aged 18 and 19, who have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Both suspects remain in police custody while inquiries continue.

Police were alerted by members of the public at around 3.30pm on Sunday September 17 to reports that a man had been seriously assaulted. Officers were immediately deployed along with the Devon Air Ambulance.

Despite best efforts of everyone at the scene, Mr Parrington was declared dead.

Detectives have set up a Major Incident Public Portal  online where information can be provided by members of the public.

Anyone with information can also contact police via 101 quoting reference number 50230252005.

Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.