Leicester police to question man arrested over murder of Birmingham businessman

Tuesday 16th February 2016 16:30 EST
 

Detectives investigating the murder of a Birmingham businessman have been given more time to question a man arrested a man in Leicester on Friday.

A 26-year-old man was arrested on Friday (12th) night on suspicion of the murder of Akhtar Javeed on Wednesday, February 3.

A 19-year-old woman also arrested at the same address on suspicion of assisting an offender has since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Mr Javeed, 56, was shot dead as masked men attempted to rob Direct Source 3 Ltd in Digbeth.

An 18-year-old man arrested in Derby on Thursday also remains in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Martin Slevin, who is leading the investigation, said: "I continue to appeal to people to come forward, I firmly believe that someone out there may still have information that could help our investigation and I am urging them to call me or one of my team."

Mr Javeed's family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Anyone with information is asked to call West Midlands Police on 101.


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