Crane nightclub in Birmingham release statement after death of Cody Fisher
The Crane nightclub in Digbeth has released a statement after footballer Cody Fisher, 23, was stabbed to death inside the club
Three people have now been arrested in connection with the murder of footballer Cody Fisher. Mr Fisher was stabbed on the dancefloor of Crane nightclub in Digbeth on Boxing Day.
One man was arrested in Birmingham city centre, whilst the second was arrested in London. A third was arrested in London in the early hours of this morning (29 December).
Four other people have also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Two were held in London yesterday, and two were held in the capital this morning.
A post mortem held yesterday confirmed that the 23-year-old had died of a stab wound.
A knife has been recovered as part of the investigation.
Nightclub statement
West Midlands Police is working with the nightclub following Cody’s death.
The Crane nightclub in Digbeth has now released a statement on its website following the tragic incident.
The statement read: “We are all deeply shocked and saddened that a man lost his life last night as our Boxing Day event came to a close. Our thoughts are with the victim, and his family and friends. “We are working closely with West Midlands Police as they investigate this crime. We encourage anybody who witnessed this incident or has any information to share which may help West Midlands Police to contact them directly.
“We do not feel it is right to hold our New Years Eve event under these circumstances. All ticket holders will be contacted directly and refunded by the relevant ticket providers.”