Victim named in Belle Isle murder investigation

A Leeds man who died in the early hours of Tuesday morning (12 November 2024) has been named as detectives continue to investigate his death.

Saymore T Kwashira, 23, was fatally stabbed at a flat in Winrose Avenue, Belle Isle.

Four males have been arrested as part of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team investigation into his death.

Two of the males, aged 17 and 24, who were arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.

Two other males, aged 16 and 18, have now been released from the murder investigation with no further action being taken against them.

Detectives are continuing to urge anyone with information that could assist the ongoing investigation to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pollentine or crime reference 13240616294 or online via Live Chat online.

Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org

 

This post is based on a press release issued by West Yorkshire Police

 

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