A man killed outside a nightclub in Cornwall has been named by police.

Michael Allen, 35, died after the altercation outside the Eclipse Nightclub on Castle Canyke Road in Bodmin.

His family paid tribute to him, as Devon and Cornwall Police announced they had been granted a 36-hour extension to hold their murder suspect.

Police were called at 3.15am on Sunday to the area of Victoria Square.

It was also reported that someone was in possession of a knife and that multiple people had sustained suspected stab wounds.

Seven other men and women have been injured and were taken to hospital; five have since been released with two people remaining in hospital as they recover from surgery following the attack.

Family pays tribute

One man was confirmed to have died at the scene, with police describing his death as murder.

He has now been named as 35-year-old Michael Allen from Liskeard.

His family has today issued a photo and tribute, saying: “Mike was simply a much-loved son, brother, grandson, and uncle who loved his dogs.

“His family would like to respectfully request privacy at this time”.

A tribute site has been set up at Bodmin Rugby Club, where people can gather to remember Mike. Local police officers will also be there to help support the community.

A 24-year-old man from Bodmin has been arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Police have this morning attended Bodmin Magistrates’ Court, where they were granted a further 36-hour extension to allow investigative officers additional time to detain and question the suspect.

What police are saying

Detective Inspector Ilona Rosson from the Major Crime Investigation Team said: “Our investigation continues into this matter, and we continue to ask the public for their help.

“If you have any information that relates to this murder and have yet to have spoken with the police, please come forward immediately.

“The information you have, no matter how small you may feel it could be, could be vital to our investigation.”

If you witnessed the incident or have any information, including footage that could help with the inquiry, contact police via the Major Incident Public Portal: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)