Tragedy struck West Midlands Police as DC Tayyab Malik, 35, was found dead at a Birmingham address on Tuesday afternoon.
Body Discovered on Yardley Wood Road
Officers were called to Yardley Wood Road shortly after 2pm on 24 February. Sadly, despite efforts, nothing could be done to save the dedicated officer.
The police have confirmed his death is not being treated as suspicious. A file is now being prepared for the coroner.
Heartfelt Tributes from Police and Family
Assistant Chief Constable Mike O’Hara said, “We are devastated by this tragic news. Tayyab will be hugely missed by his colleagues and friends at West Midlands Police. All of our thoughts are with his family at this awful time and we are offering them as much support as we can.”
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