THREE men arrested on suspicion of murdering a Southampton man have been bailed.

Mark Noke, 64, died from a stab wound to his chest at his home in Warburton Road, Thornhill, in the early hours of February 25.

Three Southampton men aged 20, 23, and 31 were arrested in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Police say they have been bailed with conditions while enquiries continue.

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Acting DCI Howard Broadribb is leading the investigation.

He said: "No matter how long it takes, our team is determined to make sure those responsible for Mark’s death are brought to justice, both for him and for his family.

"During the weekend, extra officers will remain on patrol in the Thornhill area and the mobile police station is still in place in Warburton Road, so if you have any concerns please speak to them."

Officers investigating the murder have charged two men with other offences.

Jack Follett, 23, of International Way, Southampton, has been charged with possession of a firearm and Aaron Morgan, 31, of Bursledon Road, Southampton, has been charged with being concerned in the supply of controlled substances.

Both have been remanded in custody to appear at Southampton Magistrates’ Court today.