COVENTRY — Live News Tragedy struck Coventry on Sunday night when 18-year-old Michael Ababio was...

Published: 5:13 pm February 23, 2026
Updated: 9:16 pm February 23, 2026

Tragedy struck Coventry on Sunday night when 18-year-old Michael Ababio was fatally stabbed outside Foleshill Library on Broad Street.

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Deadly Attack Sparks Police Investigation

West Midlands Police report that Michael suffered a stab wound amid disorder at around 9.40pm. He was pronounced dead early Monday morning.

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A 19-year-old man was also stabbed nearby. He is now in hospital and held in custody, arrested on suspicion of murder.

Family Mourns Twin Brother, Calls for Justice

“More than just a brother, he was my second half,” Michael’s twin brother said. “Words cannot express the pain we are all feeling right now. You will be greatly missed.”

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Separate Incident Under Investigation, Police Appeal for Witnesses

About 20 minutes later, police dealt with another disorder on Foleshill Road, thought to be unrelated. Four people were arrested; one was charged with assault and remanded in custody, others were bailed.

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