A 41-year-old man has died after being stabbed in the chest in Barnsley, police have confirmed.

Emergency services were called to Burton Road in Monk Bretton at approximately 16:25 BST on Sunday, responding to reports of an altercation involving a group of men.

Upon arrival, officers discovered the man with suspected stab wounds. Despite efforts by paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Three individuals have been arrested on suspicion of murder: a 21-year-old man, a 32-year-old man, and a 19-year-old woman.

Det Ch Insp Joanne Kemp stated, "This tragic incident has understandably left our community deeply shaken, and we are working diligently to uncover the full details of what occurred."

She assured that the victim's family is receiving support and acknowledged that footage related to the incident is circulating online.

“We urge the public to remember that a grieving family is at the heart of this investigation,” she added. "Please refrain from sharing the footage or speculating about the circumstances on social media."

Several roads in the area, including Burton Road between the Castle Close junction and its junction with Cliffe Lane, were closed following the incident. Rotherham Road at the same junction and footpaths around the Iceland store were also cordoned off. Some closures remain in place as the investigation continues.

Police are appealing to anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

Scene Report On Monday, much of Monk Bretton remained cordoned off as police continued their investigation into the fatal stabbing. A blue and white tent was erected on the pavement where the victim was found.

Residents have been visibly emotional, with some arriving in tears to lay flowers at the scene.

Forensic investigators, dressed in white overalls, have been meticulously searching for evidence, including photographing sections of the road.

One local resident described the situation as "desperately sad," noting that Monk Bretton is usually "a lovely area."