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Murder arrest after security guard dies in stabbing

A 52-year-old security guard died at Centre:MK after a stabbing; police arrested a 50-year-old man and confirmed no wider public threat, investigation ongoing.

  • On Saturday , Thames Valley Police said their Major Crime Unit launched a murder investigation after a stabbing at Centre:MK shopping centre at 5.10pm, where a 52-year-old man died.
  • Locals named the victim as Gary Stanley, 52, security guard known as Stan who was on duty during the stabbing, and friends paid tribute online calling him a `gentle giant`.
  • A 50-year-old man from Towcester has been arrested on suspicion of murder; police appealed for witnesses to call 101 quoting INC 20260228 1537 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
  • A scene watch and large cordon remain while enquiries continue, the shopping centre is closed today, and members of the public should expect an increased police presence.
  • The coroner has been informed while the victim has not yet been formally identified; next of kin have been notified and supported by specially trained family liaison officers.
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MK Citizen broke the news in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
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