07/11/2014

Police Name 'Person Of Interest' In Fatal Leeds Stabbing

Police investigating the fatal stabbing of a man in Leeds have released the name of a man they say is of "significant interest" to their investigation.

Police want to speak with 33-year-old Damien Dhers, in connection with the death of 31-year-old Marlon Small.

Mr Small was found injured in Merrion Street in the early hours of Saturday morning. He had suffered stab wounds and died later in hospital of his injuries.

Police warned the public not to approach Mr Dhers, who is said to be from Chapeltown, but asked them to contact them should they have any information on his whereabouts.

Two other men arrested during the investigation have been released on police bail.

(MH/CD)

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