Police arrest man after Portland stabbing

Homicide Squad detectives have arrested a man following the death of another man in Portland early this morning.

The 25-year-old Portland man was arrested around midday.

The arrest follows the death of a local man, believed aged in his 20s, who presented at a Portland hospital with injuries shortly before 12.30am.

It is believed the alleged stabbing occurred in the vicinity of a Henty street toilet block in the early hours of the morning.

Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the matter at this stage.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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