Handsworth Wood murder: three arrested over the death of Jamie Benbow, 29

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murder of a Handsworth Wood man who has been named as 29-year-old Jamie Benbow.

Mr Benbow suffered fatal stab wounds at his home address in Washington Drive on Friday evening. He had managed to alert a neighbour who raised the alarm, but sadly nothing could be done to save him.

Overnight two men, aged 20 and 18, were arrested on suspicion of murder and a 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. They remain in custody.

A cordon remains in place at the property.

Detective Inspector Jim Mahon, from the West Midlands Police homicide unit, said: “Our investigation is continuing at pace and these arrests are a significant step forward, but we still need anyone with information to come forward.

“Our thoughts remain with Jamie’s family at this distressing time.”

A force spokesman added: “You can contact us via Live Chat on our website or by calling 101 quoting log 4527 of 21/10. Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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