Manhunt Underway for Southampton Murder Suspect

Police are urgently hunting a 23-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of Michael Freshwater in Southampton.

Body Found in Southampton Home

Michael Freshwater was discovered dead at a Westridge Road address at 4.15pm on Friday, April 29. Since then, detectives have been tracing Kevin Suika, who is believed to be connected to the killing.

Who Is Kevin Suika?

  • Age: 23
  • Description: Black, 5 ft 7 ins tall, proportionate build
  • Distinctive tattoo on left arm: “Work like a slave, eat like a king.”
  • Known connections: Southampton, Holloway (North London), Bromley, and Kent

Police Urge Suika to Surrender

“I would appeal Suika to hand himself in at a local police station or make contact with us as soon as possible to assist us with this investigation.”

“Come forward and tell us what you know. This remains an active murder investigation and we won’t stop until we get justice for Michael and his family.”

“Anyone found helping Suika or another suspect to avoid arrest could be arrested or face prison.” – Detective Superintendent Becky Riggs

How to Help

If you know Kevin Suika’s whereabouts, contact Hampshire Constabulary confidentially on 101, quoting Operation Windless.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report online.

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