Two men arrested on suspicion of murder as Birmingham shooting victim named as Gavin Parry
Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder as a man shot dead in Birmingham has been named as Gavin Parry.
The pair remained in custody on Tuesday for questioning over the killing of 31-year-old Mr Parry, as police continue to appeal for witnesses to the shooting that took place at around 5.30pm.
Officers also want to speak to a man who was riding a scooter near the scene at the time and may have vital information to assist their enquiries.
They also need to hear from anyone who saw, or has dash cam footage, of a dark blue Citroen C3 leaving the area at speed and understood to have been driving on the wrong side of the road.
A 20-year-old man previously arrested on suspicion of murder and a 29-year-old man for conspiracy to murder have been released on bail.
A 22-year-old who was also injured remains in a stable condition in hospital. He will be questioned under caution in connection with the killing when medically fit.
Detective Inspector Jim Mahon, from West Midlands Police's homicide team, said: "This is active investigation as we seek to establish exactly what happened in Western Road last week.
"A man tragically lost his life and we believe there are people out there who can help us get the truth. We need anyone with information, however insignificant they feel it may be, to contact us."
Anyone with information is urged to call officers on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. Alternatively, photos or video footage which could help the investigation, can visit https://mipp.police.uk/operation/20HQ20H24-PO1.
