MURDER squad detectives investigating the death of a much-loved family man have made three arrests.

Two males, aged 18 and 19, were arrested on suspicion of murder on Wednesday evening in connection with 33-year-old Khalfan Seif's death on Springdale Avenue in Thornton Lodge, Huddersfield.

A man, aged 22, was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender in connection with the death of Mr Seif.

All the males remain in custody for questioning.

Enquiries into the death of Mr Seif, who was described as a much-loved family man, kind, generous and well-liked by friends, remain ongoing by The Homicide and Major Enquiry Team.

The 33-year-old was stabbed in an incident in his home on Springdale Avenue at about 11pm on Saturday night (14 January).

He was taken to hospital but sadly passed away from his injuries.

Detective Chief Inspector Damian Roebuck of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team, said: “Mr Seif’s family have suffered a dreadful loss and are being supported by specially trained officers as we continue to investigate.
“Three arrests have now been made but we continue to appeal to anyone who was in the Thornton Lodge or Lockwood area on Saturday night and may have seen something suspicious to come forward.
“Officers are also looking for any CCTV or dash cam people might have to help in the investigation.
”Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 101 or via the Live Chat options at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/contactus quoting crime reference 13230026309.
"Information can always be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111." 

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