A heartbroken family has paid tribute to a 26-year-old man who died following an alleged stabbing in Norton. 

Police have now officially named Lewis Bell as the man who died following a report of an incident in Stockton in the early hours of Thursday morning (September 19).

Lewis, from Stockton, died at the scene on Hills Drive after a reported incident at about 12am.(Image: Family)

Today, Lewis’ family paid tribute to him. Lewis’ dad, Martin Bell, said: “He was loved massively and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

“He was a loving and doting Dad, son, brother, cousin and friend to many.

“As a family we are devastated.”

Five people arrested yesterday (Thursday, September 19) in connection with the ongoing investigation have now been bailed whilst enquiries continue.(Image: Terry Blackburn)

Cleveland Police were called to Hills Drive at about 12.30am on Thursday, where a forensic tent was erected close to a property, as the area was taped off.

Scenes of crime officers were later seen taking pictures of a knife with a black handle near to some wheelie bins, before taking the blade away. 

Flowers were laid at the scene today.

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Any witnesses to the incident are asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 180509.

Anyone with footage can upload it by clicking here.

Independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.(Image: Terry Blackburn)