Stewart McInnes, 43, has been charged with murdering Barry Davison in Uplands Road, Birmingham
Stewart McInnes, 43, has been charged with the murder of Barry Davison (pictured), 48, who died from knife wounds in Uplands Road, Handsworth
A man has been charged with murder after another man died following a ‘stabbing’ in Birmingham.
Barry Davison suffered knife injuries in Uplands Road in Handsworth on Saturday (October 11) night and despite the efforts of emergency crews nothing could be done to save him.
His daughter described the 48-year-old as a ‘kind and caring’ dad who ‘genuinely had a heart of gold’ in a heartfelt tribute which can be read in full here.
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Now, West Midlands Police has confirmed Stewart McInnes, 43, has been charged with Mr Davison’s murder.
McInnes is set to appear before Birmingham magistrates on Tuesday (October 14).
A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “A man has been charged with the murder of Barry Davison.
“Stewart McInnes, 43, will be appearing before Birmingham Magistrates Court tomorrow (Tuesday) charged with murder.
“We were called by ambulance colleagues to Uplands Road, Handsworth, shortly before 10pm on Saturday (11 October).
“Barry, aged 48, was found with stab injuries, and he was sadly confirmed dead at the scene a short time later.”
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The statement continued: “Our thoughts are with Barry’s family at this tragic time, and we continue to offer them our full support as our investigation continues.
“As our investigation continues, we would ask anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting log 4604 of 11 October.
“You can also stay completely anonymous by speaking to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”