Akeem Francis-Kerr has been identified as the victim of a murder at a Walsall nightclub by detectives.
The 29-year-family old’s has asked us to publish their tribute to him as we continue to ask for information.
Akeem was fatally stabbed just after 5 a.m. yesterday at Valesha’s nightclub, also known locally as Colliseum, on Newport Street in the town centre (11 March).
Despite the efforts of medics, he was pronounced dead around 6 a.m. while being transported to the hospital.
The universe has lost one of the greatest of men, and his unrivalled energy, mindset, and love will forever live on,” his family said.
His bereaved family is being supported by specialist officers who keep them informed.
Officers are interviewing witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area.
We’ve also established a dedicated contact portal for anyone with information to contact the investigation team.
“Our thoughts are with Akeem’s family and friends as they come to terms with this terrible loss,” said Detective Inspector Ade George, who is leading the investigation.
We continue to urge people to come forward with information because a man has died and his family deserves to know what happened to him.”
Send information or mobile footage to detectives directly using the following link: https:///mipp.police.uk/operation/20HQ22L32-PO1
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