Teen Murdered in Brutal Drive-By Shooting – Five Years On, Family Still Seeks Justice
Rhyhiem Ainsworth Barton was just 17 when he was gunned down in a shocking drive-by shooting on the evening of Saturday, 5 May 2018.
Family Devastated – Justice Still Out of Reach
Rhyhiem’s mother heartbreakingly said: “We have endured five years without Rhyhiem and our family has been broken by his death. Nothing can bring him back and we are still seeking justice for him.”
“My son died needlessly. I pray no other family suffers this pain.”
Suspects Arrested But Released
Two suspects, then aged 17 and 20, were arrested on suspicion of murder in June 2018. However, both were released under investigation, and the case remains open.
Crimestoppers Offering £20,000 for Info
Crimestoppers, the independent charity, is backing the hunt for Rhyhiem’s killers by offering up to £20,000 for anonymous tips that lead to a conviction.
You can report information securely and anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org, or call their free 24/7 hotline on 0800 555 111.
Crimestoppers Plea for Anonymous Calls
Alexa Loukas, Regional Manager at Crimestoppers, said:
“I speak for so many others when I express my deep sadness for Rhyhiem’s tragic death and that those responsible have yet to face up to the consequences of their actions.”
“So far, no one has come forward with information that can make a difference. Crimestoppers is here to help make all our communities safe by giving people a way to speak up about crime, completely anonymously. You can talk to us with no comeback. We never ask for, or store, any of your personal details.”
“Please speak up anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using our online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. We cannot trace your call or track your IP address. No one will ever know you contacted us. What you know, even if you think it’s insignificant, could make a difference.”
