Murder in walsall

A man accused of murdering a clubber on a dance floor in a dispute over where he was standing has told his trial it was his friend who stabbed him.

A year-old murder victim died after a merciless machete attack at the hands of nine teenagers which was related to the stabbing of one of their brothers, jurors have been told. Bailey Atkinson was knifed in a "ferocious" attack outside shops in High Street in Walsall market in the early hours of January 28 last year. The jury in the trial was told the murder was precipitated by a stabbing incident involving Mr Atkinson and the brother of one of the defendants Ronan McCulloch, of Livingstone Road in Bloxwich in November Opening the case for the prosecution Mr William Hughes KC said: "It is the prosecution's case that Bailey Atkinson was viciously murdered in what we described as a cowardly and ferocious attack. This took place in Walsall town centre in the early hours of January 28, Walsall murder victim knifed in 'ferocious' machete attack by nine teenagers, court told A year-old murder victim died after a merciless machete attack at the hands of nine teenagers which was related to the stabbing of one of their brothers, jurors have been told.

Murder in walsall

The two cars allegedly used to transport nine people accused of the brutal murder of a man were dumped on a field and set alight, a jury heard. Bailey Atkinson, aged 20, who lived in Bloxwich, died from his injuries following an alleged machete attack in High Street in Walsall market in the early hours of January 28 last year. Giving evidence on Friday fire investigation officer Nicholas Minshull revealed that it was "naked flame" was used to set the vehicles on fire in a field in Slater Street, Willenhall, following the stabbing which happened three miles away. However, he said no accelerant was involved. Cars 'used to take nine people to scene of brutal Walsall murder' were 'dumped and set alight' The two cars allegedly used to transport nine people accused of the brutal murder of a man were dumped on a field and set alight, a jury heard. By Deborah Hardiman. Published Feb 5. Bailey Atkinson. Sorry, we are not accepting comments on this article. Similar stories. Police hunt hit-and-run driver after officer is hit and 'seriously injured' by car in Walsall Crime 17 hours ago. Jailed: Gambling rogue builder back behind bars again after 'identical' crimes Plus. Crime Feb Three men charged after suitcase loaded with 'high value' jewellery stolen from parked car Crime 18 hours ago. Jailed: Wolverhampton sex offender raped women after becoming violent Crime 21 hours ago.

The jury in the trial was told the murder was precipitated by a stabbing incident involving Mr Atkinson and the brother of one of the defendants Ronan McCulloch, of Livingstone Road in Bloxwich in November Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again murder in walsall. Wolverhampton Feb

A total of nine defendants deny murdering Bailey Atkinson, 20, in Walsall. We have more newsletters. Teenagers ambushed their victim 'like lions on prey' before leaving him for dead with a '24cm Rambo knife' lodged in his shoulder, a murder trial has heard. Bailey Atkinson said "I'm going to die, tell my mum I love her" as he lay in a pool of blood after being allegedly set upon by a gang of armed assailants. He was discovered bleeding to death by members of the public moments after he had desperately tried to pull from his body a blade which had become embedded in his shoulder. His accused killers fled Walsall town centre in two cars after allegedly 'slashing' their victim with weapons including the 'Rambo' knife and a machete.

A murder investigation has been launched after a man died in what police said was a "targeted and vicious" group attack. The victim, aged in his 20s, was assaulted in the centre of Walsall at about GMT by men believed to have weapons, West Midlands Police said. The attack happened on High Street, near an Asda supermarket. A large part of the town centre has been sealed off by officers who warned people to be aware access would be restricted on Saturday. Ash Zaver was in the town on Saturday and said it was usually very peaceful.

Murder in walsall

A man has been stabbed to death at a nightclub, prompting a murder investigation. The year-old victim was taken to hospital but died at about GMT. West Midlands Police said no arrests had yet been made, but officers believed there had been a fight before the attack. The force urged anyone who had been been at the club at the time to come forward. The man's family have been informed, police said. Det Insp Ade George of the force said: "The events this morning are tragic and shocking, a man has sadly lost his life and we'll be offering as much support as we can to his family during this deeply distressing time. While we've spoken to a number of people who were inside the club at the time, we still need to hear from anyone who was there and who saw, or may have filmed, what happened". Newport Street remains closed while officers gather evidence. This incident comes just more than a month after Bailey Atkinson died after being stabbed in Walsall town centre on 28 January.

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The jury in the trial was told the murder was precipitated by a stabbing incident involving Mr Atkinson and the brother of one of the defendants Ronan McCulloch, of Livingstone Road in Bloxwich in November Show Me No thanks, close. Akeem Francis-Kerr died on the way to hospital after being stabbed at a nightclub. He said: "Mr Atkinson was left dying on the pavement and a weapon was left embedded in his back. Man killed for 'standing in wrong territory at club'. Mr Francis-Kerr was wounded at about and died within an hour on 11 March, the court heard. Jailed: Gambling rogue builder back behind bars again after 'identical' crimes Plus. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I've got my son, my mum to think about. Car 'smashes into Sedgley driveways' leaving scene of destruction. Jailed: Wolverhampton sex offender raped women after becoming violent Crime 21 hours ago. By Annabal Bagdi Senior reporter. Three men charged after suitcase loaded with 'high value' jewellery stolen from parked car Crime 18 hours ago. The court was told the victim had 65 separate areas of bruises and abrasions. By Deborah Hardiman.

Jurors trying nine teenagers for the murder of a man in Walsall town centre have heard his attackers were "like lions on prey" and inflicted almost injuries in seconds.

This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. By Deborah Hardiman. Graphic CCTV footage played to jurors captured both cars passing the pair. See our Privacy Notice. He was heard telling one officer: "I'm going to die, tell my mum I love her". Published Feb 5. All nine defendants are captured on CCTV footage leaving the grassland following the blaze and heading in the direction of Gough Street, Mr Hughes alleged. He also admitted he had lied to police after his arrest. West Midlands Police officer seriously injured in hit-and-run. Crime The evil mums and dads who broke every rule of parenting with their sadistic acts One mum stuffed cotton wool balls down her baby's throat. The cars are then seen to turn around before the Seat Leon appears to drive towards Mr Atkinson and the woman. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'losing sleep' over complicated visa court case. Mr Atkinson was walking with a woman towards market stalls in the town centre in the early hours of January 28 last year. While the alleged victim is standing outside Poundland, a person is seen on the footage to exit the Seat Leon. Three men charged after suitcase loaded with 'high value' jewellery stolen from parked car Crime 18 hours ago.