Murder in Oldbury: Rommell Holding stabbed to death during disorder

A man who was stabbed in Oldbury on 11 September has died.

Rommell Holding suffered injuries to his chest around 2am on Newbury Lane. He was taken to hospital where he has remained in an induced coma. His injuries were unsurvivable and he died on Sunday 25 September.

A murder investigation has now been launched. Colin Phipps, aged 38, of Minister Close, Rowley Regis was charged with attempted murder and appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court on 13 September, where he was remanded into custody pending a further hearing on 11 October.

Three other people arrested on suspicion of violent disorder were released without charge.

Family tribute

The family of 32-year-old Rommell are understandably distraught by his death and have now released a picture of their loved one. His mother said: “It devastates me to announce the untimely death of my beloved son Rommell Holding who will be profoundly missed amongst myself, his family and friends.

“He was a light in this world, and now we need to continue shining his light by carrying it within us in our own lives.

“We ask that during this difficult time you respect the privacy of our close family and friends.”

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