Murder investigation launched after fatal assault at Milton Keynes restaurant

A man has died after being assaulted at a restaurant in Milton Keynes on Monday (27 December).

Police have launched a murder investigation after the fatal altercation at Atesh restaurant and bar in Milton Keynes.

Two men in their 20s were brought to hospital with serious injuries having been assaulted at the venue shortly before 1.30am.

The following day (28 Decemebr) one of the men, aged 28, died from his injuries. The second man remains in a stable condition.

Det Insp Dejan Avramovic of Thames Valley Police's Major Crime Unit, said: "We are aware that this altercation started within the venue and continued outside to the smoking area. As such, it is likely that a number of people saw the incident and may have information that could assist us in our enquiries. "Anyone with information should call Thames Valley Police on 101 or they can report online on our website, quoting reference 43210581126.

"If you do not wish to speak with the police but have information you can report anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

No arrests have been made.