Tragic law student shot dead in random drive-by — two more arrests made
Aya, 19, killed by stray bullet
Liverpool law student Aya Hachem, just 19, was shot dead on Sunday, May 17th, as she walked near Quick Shine Car Wash on King Street. A stray bullet fired from a passing Toyota Avensis tore through her body and lodged in a telegraph pole.
Aya had been on her way to buy food for her family’s Ramadan fast. Her death shocked the community.
Eight jailed for murder and attempted murder
Last year, eight men were handed a combined 200+ years behind bars for their role in Aya’s murder and the attempted killing of intended target Pacha Khan.
Two more men now charged after fresh evidence
Following a new review of evidence and expert legal advice from prosecutor Nicholas Johnson QC, two more men have been arrested and charged.
- Suhayl Suleman, 37, of Blackburn
- Lewis Otway, 41, of Manchester
Both were initially questioned early on in the investigation but released without charge. They were re-arrested after fresh evidence emerged.
Upcoming court appearances
Otway was arrested in Dudley, West Midlands, and Suleman in Blackburn. Both are due in Preston Crown Court on Friday, January 28th to face charges of murder and attempted murder.
The tragic killing of Aya continues to unravel as police close in on all involved.
