Leighton Williams charged with murder of Kelvin Ward in Castle Bromwich

Police have announced that they have charged a second person with the murder of Kelvin Ward.

The 50 year-old was fatally stabbed on the Chester Road in Castle Bromwich last Tuesday (April 17).

Leighton Williams, aged 28 from North Roundhay in Stechford, was arrested on Friday and will appear before Birmingham magistrates this morning (Monday, April 24).

A 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named due to his age, was also charged with Mr Ward’s murder and violent disorder yesterday. He will also appear at court this morning.

A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We continue to appeal for anyone with information which could assist our investigation to come forward. You can contact us via Live Chat on our website, or by calling 101, and quote log 4840 of 18 April.” Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.