MURDER CHARGE Man Charged with Murder After Coventry Stabbing

A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder and aggravated burglary following a fatal stabbing...

Oliver Kent

Published: 8:21 pm November 20, 2025

Updated: 8:21 pm November 20, 2025

A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder and aggravated burglary following a fatal stabbing in Coventry.

Police Respond to Stabbing on Aldrich Avenue

West Midlands Police were called to an address on Aldrich Avenue on Tuesday morning (18 November) after 53-year-old Anthony Priestley was found with serious injuries.

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Despite emergency efforts, Anthony was pronounced dead at the scene.

Suspect Remanded in Custody

Alexander Neilson, who has no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of murder and has now been formally charged.

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