A manhunt remains ongoing for the killer of 41-year-old Jinming Zhang, who was brutally murdered in a flat in Digbeth, Birmingham, on 9 February 2022.
The Crime Scene
Zhang was found stabbed multiple times in what police have described as a frenzied attack. Evidence suggests that he fought back, and in the struggle, the suspect is believed to have lost blood.
The flat was later identified as a brothel, and investigators initially suspected robbery as a motive after finding drawers pulled open.
The only known witness, a young Chinese woman, survived by hiding from the killer.
The Suspect & Investigation
The suspect has been described as:
- A Black man
- Between 5ft 2in (1.6m) and 5ft 5in (1.7m) tall
- Slim build
- Distinctive walking pattern, as revealed by CCTV footage
A trail of blood was found leading away from the crime scene, and extensive CCTV analysis was conducted to trace the killer’s escape route.
Forensic teams recovered a DNA sample from the suspect, but there was no match in the national database. Despite advancements in DNA analysis and familial searches, the killer remains unidentified.
Appeal for Information
West Midlands Police crime scene coordinator Jo Ward remains determined to get justice for Jinming Zhang.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to come forward:
? Submit tips online: West Midlands Police Appeal
Authorities are hopeful that new leads or advancements in forensic science may help identify the killer and finally bring justice for Jinming Zhang.
