A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed in Ryde overnight (Sunday, May 28).

Police and paramedic teams were called in the early hours of this morning to the incident on Park Road, but sadly a man in his 30s was pronounced dead while being taken to hospital.

His family have been informed and are being supported by officers.

An investigation into the exact circumstances is underway, but is in its early stages.

Police believe this is an isolated incident, with those involved known to each other.

Three Islanders, a 27-year-old man from Sandown, a 27-year-old man from Ryde and a 24-year-old woman from Shanklin, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

They remain in police custody at this time.

Do you have information that could aid the police investigation?

You can call 101, quoting the reference 44230211028, or submit a report on the Hampshire Police website.

Crimestoppers also offers a 100 per cent anonymous service if you would rather provide information that way.

You can call them on 0800 555 111 or go to their website.