Milton Keynes security guard Gary Stanley killed at shopping centre — milton keynes
A murder investigation has been launched after a security guard died in a stabbing at Centre: MK in milton keynes. Thames Valley Police were called on Saturday at about 17: 10 GMT after reports of a stabbing just after 5pm, and despite life-saving efforts the 52-year-old victim died at the scene.
Stabbing, response and timeline
Police were called to reports of a stabbing at Centre: MK just after 5pm on Saturday, and officers arrived at around 5. 10pm. The force said the call came at about 17: 10 GMT and that despite life-saving efforts the 52-year-old male victim died at the scene.
Victim identified locally as Gary Stanley
The man has been named locally by family and friends as Gary Stanley. Police said the victim had "not been formally identified" but that the coroner had been informed of the death. Family, friends and co-workers flooded social media with tributes calling him "one of the kindest" and a fundraising page set up to help his family described him as a "wonderful, gentle giant".
Suspect arrested from Towcester, Northamptonshire
A 50-year-old man from Towcester, Northamptonshire, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. Detectives have said the suspect is being held while inquiries continue. The victim's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers.
Centre: MK closure and scene watch
The shopping centre remained closed on Sunday and Centre: MK said the complex would be closed on Sunday. Thames Valley Police said a "scenewatch" was in place and that "A scene will remain in place while officers carry out enquiries. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of all those affected. We appreciate your patience and understanding at this time, " it said. Centre: MK added: "If you have any concerns please speak with the officers in the area. " The force also said: "We are working closely with Centre: MK to resolve this at the earliest opportunity. "
Milton Keynes commander statement
Chief Superintendent Emma Baillie, local commander for Milton Keynes, said detectives aren't looking for anyone else and there was "no known threat to the wider public". She appealed to the public for help and warned of an increased police presence in the area while investigations continue.
Tributes and memories from colleagues
Colleagues and friends paid tribute. Andy Simpson, who used to work with Stanley as a doorman in nightclubs 20 years ago, said his friend was "one of the greatest guys I have ever worked with" and that "In all my time working with him I never once heard him as much as raise his voice - he was a true gentle giant. " He added: "While working in the Centre: MK he always had a great big smile on his face for everyone around and wanted nothing but to help. So many of us are going to miss him. "
His fiance's sister said he was "a man who would do anything to help anyone and who worked hard every day" and described the father-of-one and grandfather as a "one-in-a-million" partner who had been the family's "pillar of strength".
The force has informed the coroner and continues to carry out inquiries at the scene. The investigation remains live and police have said they are working to resolve the matter at the earliest opportunity.
Unclear in the provided context: any further details about the motive, the suspect's identity beyond age and hometown, or the exact timeline of medical response beyond "life-saving efforts" are not present in the provided context.
