Five Arrested Over Lozells Fatal Stabbing as Police Seek Sixth Suspec
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Five men have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of 39-year-old Ekrimh Mena’a in Lozells earlier this year, while police are appealing for help to trace a sixth suspect.
Ekrimh Mena’a was found with stab wounds on Hunters Road near Villa Road following a disorder just before 12:25am on Monday, 30 September. He tragically succumbed to his injuries. A second man, aged in his 20s, was also seriously injured during the incident.
The arrested men, aged between 21 and 38, were detained on suspicion of murder and attempted murder at addresses across Birmingham. They remain in custody for questioning.
Detectives are now urgently seeking Dahir Ali, 27, who is wanted on suspicion of murder. Police have urged the public to call 999 immediately if they see him or know his whereabouts, quoting reference number 20/885260/24.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We understand the impact of this incident and the concern it has caused in the community. We are working tirelessly to establish the full circumstances and identify everyone involved.”
Anyone with information can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
