Paul Foster was taken to hospital with a puncture wound but died of his injuries following the attack in West Derby
Paul Foster, 47, who was fatally stabbed in West Derby(Image: Family handout)
Four people have been charged with murder after a dad was stabbed to death in a block of flats. Paul Foster was fatally stabbed inside a property on Muirhead Avenue, West Derby, at around 1.40am on Tuesday, October 15 last year.
Emergency services were called after reports a 47-year-old man had sustained serious injuries. Mr Foster, of the Newsham Park area, was taken to hospital with a puncture wound but died his injuries. In an update today, October 9, police said four people have now been charged with murder.
They are Dylan Blundell, 26, of no fixed abode, Elsadig Abrahim, 60, of Croxteth Road, in Toxteth, Michael Fields, 49, of no fixed abode, and Sarah Kasseum, 40, of Lower Breck Road, in Anfield
Blundell, Abrahim and Kasseum all appeared at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court this morning, Thursday, and were remanded to next appear at Liverpool Crown Court tomorrow, Friday, October 10.
Paul Foster (Image: Merseyside Police)
Fields was also remanded and his first appearance is tomorrow at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said: “I would like to take this opportunity to remind people that this is a live investigation, and to be mindful that anything posted or shared on social media could jeopardise proceedings, so please support us as we move forward with the case. The best way to help is to pass information on through official channels.
“To that end, we are still keen to hear from anyone who may hold information and not yet made themselves known to police. Do not presume that what you know is already known to us, contact us directly or anonymously through Crimestoppers and we will make the assessment. Thanks to all of those who have assisted us so far.”
In a tribute released a week on from his death, Paul’s family said: “Paul was a much-loved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and a true friend to many. He was known for his sense of fun and infectious smile.
“He was a kind-hearted and funny man who would light up any room. He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten by his heart-broken family and friends.”
You can contact us on social media @MerPolCC. You can also report information via our website: Report a crime | Merseyside Police or call 101 quoting incident reference 24000877985.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: Giving information anonymously | Crimestoppers