THE victim of a fatal attack in York has been named and another man has been charged with murder.

North Yorkshire Police say the man who died following a stabbing in Bell Farm in York on Saturday (August 17) was 35-year-old Greg Marshall from the city.

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Detectives investigating the incident have now charged a 33-year-old York man with murder and possession of bladed article.  A second man, also 33 and from York, has been charged with affray and possession of a bladed article. They will appear at York Magistrates' Court this morning (August 20).

A third man, 29, who was arrested on suspicion aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon has been recalled to prison.

In a statement Greg’s family said: "It’s with the deepest sadness that we as a family are having to announce the sudden passing of Greg Marshall, our beloved son, father, husband, brother, uncle and loyal friend to many far and wide.

"Our hearts are broken and we ask that you please respect our privacy whilst we process this tragedy.

"If you have any information regarding Greg’s death we ask you to contact North Yorkshire Police."

Detective Inspector Dominic Holroyd said: “Our thoughts are with Greg’s family and friends at this very sad time.

“We have charged a 33-year-old man with murder in connection with this event. We recognise the distress and disruption this has caused within the community, and we thank you for your continued patience and support as we thoroughly investigate this isolated incident.

“If you have any information that could aid our investigation, please do not hesitate to contact us."

Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation can do so via Public Portal (mipp.police.uk) and navigating to the North Yorkshire Police Public Portal tile or by calling North Yorkshire Police on 101.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers via their website or by calling 0800 555 111.

Please quote reference number 12240149163 when providing information.