A student who died in Leicester city centre has been named as Khaleed Oladipo.
The 20-year-old from London died in hospital on Tuesday evening following an incident in Oxford Street, Leicester.
Mr Oladipo was living in Leicester, studying cyber security at De Montfort University.
The investigation into Mr Oladipo’s death continues, with extensive enquiries being carried out.
In a tribute issued by Leicestershire Police, Mr Oladipo’s family said: “We cannot begin to put into words how sad we are to have lost Khaleed. He was an extremely loved son, brother, uncle, boyfriend and friend.
“Khaleed was a good boy who loved his family. He was in his second year at university, and we were so proud of him.
“One of his main passions was football and he had played since the age of four. He was an Arsenal supporter and we believe he was on his way home to watch the game later that night when he was stabbed and killed.
“We want to thank the members of the public who stopped to try and help Khaleed and the ambulance service and hospital staff who did all they could to try and save him.”
Khaleed Oladipo died after being found injured in the city centre
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The family continued: “We are also really grateful to the police for their efforts in the investigation so far to ensure the person responsible is brought to justice.
“We are struggling to understand why anyone would do this. We know getting justice for Khaleed will not bring him back but we will make sure that he gets the justice he deserves.”
A post-mortem examination has been carried out and found that Mr Oladipo died as a result of a stab wound to the chest.
An 18-year-old arrested on suspicion of his murder remains in police custody.
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Vice-Chancellor of De Montfort University Katie Normington said: “We are devastated to confirm the tragic death of one of our students. Our thoughts are with everyone who is affected by what has happened.
“We are offering direct support to students, staff and the family of the victim.
“We are working with Leicestershire Police as they investigate this major incident.
“Thank you for the messages of support we have been receiving from the community of Leicester: it is a city that knows how to stand together in moments like this.”
Police remained at the scene of the incident throughout the night
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PALiz Kendall, the MP for Leicester West, said: “The whole of Leicester will be devasted by the fatal stabbing near De Monfort University. My thoughts and sympathies are with the victim’s family and friends.
“I also wish to express my support for the students and staff at the university during this difficult time and to thank the emergency services for their response to this tragic incident.
“My office has been in touch with the police and the vice chancellor of De Monfort and we stand ready to help in any way we can.”