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Zimbabwean man stabbed to death in Leeds, United Kingdom
14 Nov 2024 at 13:25hrs | Views
A 23-year-old Zimbabwean man, known by friends as Saymore, was fatally stabbed in Leeds, West Yorkshire, around midnight on Tuesday, authorities have confirmed. Emergency services found Saymore at a flat in the Belle Isle area of Leeds, where he received on-scene treatment from paramedics before being taken to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Initial reports indicate that Saymore was attacked inside a ground-floor flat by three assailants, who fled the scene. A swift response from West Yorkshire Police, with assistance from a police helicopter, led to the arrest of two male suspects, aged 18 and 16, in the nearby Middleton area. The suspects, initially detained on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, are now being questioned in connection with the murder.
Detectives from the West Yorkshire Police Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are leading the investigation. Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle described the situation as "a very early-stage investigation" aimed at uncovering the circumstances behind Saymore's violent death.
"Our investigation remains in its very early stages," said Entwistle. "His death, in such a sudden and violent way, is an absolute tragedy. We will continue to support his family through this difficult time while working to get them the answers they need."
Entwistle appealed for information from anyone who may have witnessed unusual activity in or around the Winrose Avenue area leading up to the incident. Police are conducting house-to-house inquiries and urging residents to check CCTV, doorbell footage, or dashcam recordings for any clues. He added that law enforcement is liaising closely with district policing colleagues to maintain an increased presence in the area to reassure the community.
Friends described Saymore as a warm and sociable individual, fluent in Shona, who often enjoyed nightlife with fellow Zimbabweans. He was a regular on Leeds' popular Call Lane, a lively strip known for its nightspots, and at Exodus, a favorite hangout for Zimbabwean expatriates in the city.
As police continue their investigation, the Zimbabwean community in Leeds is mourning the loss of a young life cut short by violence, hoping for swift justice in Saymore's tragic case.
Initial reports indicate that Saymore was attacked inside a ground-floor flat by three assailants, who fled the scene. A swift response from West Yorkshire Police, with assistance from a police helicopter, led to the arrest of two male suspects, aged 18 and 16, in the nearby Middleton area. The suspects, initially detained on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, are now being questioned in connection with the murder.
Detectives from the West Yorkshire Police Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are leading the investigation. Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle described the situation as "a very early-stage investigation" aimed at uncovering the circumstances behind Saymore's violent death.
Entwistle appealed for information from anyone who may have witnessed unusual activity in or around the Winrose Avenue area leading up to the incident. Police are conducting house-to-house inquiries and urging residents to check CCTV, doorbell footage, or dashcam recordings for any clues. He added that law enforcement is liaising closely with district policing colleagues to maintain an increased presence in the area to reassure the community.
Friends described Saymore as a warm and sociable individual, fluent in Shona, who often enjoyed nightlife with fellow Zimbabweans. He was a regular on Leeds' popular Call Lane, a lively strip known for its nightspots, and at Exodus, a favorite hangout for Zimbabwean expatriates in the city.
As police continue their investigation, the Zimbabwean community in Leeds is mourning the loss of a young life cut short by violence, hoping for swift justice in Saymore's tragic case.
Source - zimlive
