A large cordon that was in place in Ipswich town centre after an 18-year-old man died following a stabbing has been reduced. 

Members of the public are now able to pass down Westgate Street which had been closed off for a number of hours

Officers were called at 3.35pm after reports that a male had been stabbed in Westgate Street.

Ipswich Star: Members of the public are now able to walk down Westgate StreetMembers of the public are now able to walk down Westgate Street (Image: Newsquest)

Police are still searching for two male suspects who they believe are involved in the assault. 

One suspect headed towards Providence Street and the other suspect was seen to be heading towards the Cornhill.

No further details have been released at this time. 

A full cordon had been put in place across Westgate Street overnight and into this afternoon. 

Community leaders have been left "dismayed" and "disturbed" after the attack

A Section 60 has been put in place which provides officers with additional powers to stop and search. 

This came into force at 4.59pm on Tuesday and will last for 24 hours.

Any witnesses are asked to contact the Major Investigation Team, quoting reference: CAD 245 of 17 January.

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