Tributes to Kelvin Ward as teen arrested on suspicion of murder in Castle Bromwich

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of murder after Kelvin Ward was stabbed to death in Castle Bromwich in Birmingham on Tuesday (18 April).

Mr Ward, aged 50, was found with serious injuries at around 8.15pm on Chester Road. It is believed that the car he was travelling in was rammed by another vehicle at the junction of Windward Way.

He was attacked by a number of people who fled the scene. A 16-year-old boy was arrested this morning on suspicion of murder and will be questioned by detectives today (Thursday, April 20).

Kelvin’s family have released this statement: “We would like to thank everyone for their loving messages and support at this very sad time. Kelvin was a loving partner, father, son, brother and friend to many. He was very well loved, vibrant, full of life and will be greatly missed.”

Detectives investigating Kelvin’s death are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident to come forward, if they haven’t already done so. Detective Chief Inspector Dave Sanders, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts remain with Kelvin’s family at this deeply distressing time.

“It’s important that we understand what happened and that we get answers for Kelvin’s family. I’m really keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and anyone who has any dashcam footage, to get in touch. It could be vital to our investigation."

Photographs taken at the scene show how a black Ford Fiesta was let damaged after crashing into railings near a pedestrian crossing. A red Ford Focus, a black Vauxhall Corsa and a Jeep were also spotted abandoned near the scene.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesperson said previously: “We were called at 8.13pm to an incident on Chester Road in Kingshurst, Birmingham. Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and The Air Ambulance Service Critical Care Car attended the scene. Upon arrival we found a man.

“He was assessed by ambulance staff and had sustained life threatening injuries. They administered advanced life support to him but unfortunately, it became clear that nothing more could be done to save him and he was confirmed deceased at the scene.”

Contact police via Live Chat on the West Midlands Police website, or by calling 101, and quote log 4840 of 18 April. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.