Second man charged with Stourbridge murder

John Jones was shot dead last month

Author: Matt MaddrenPublished 7th Mar 2022

A second man has been charged with murdering John Jones in Stourbridge

It happened on Friday, 25 February, where Mr Jones suffered a gunshot wound

He died at the scene in Caslon Crescent at around 7.40pm.

Another man aged 26, was injured after being stabbed, but has now been discharged from hospital.

Ravi Talware, aged 31, was arrested at an address on Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham over the weekend.

He’s due to appear at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court this morning (Monday) charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of a shotgun and perverting the course of justice.

Detective Inspector Laura Harrison from our force CID, said:

“Our thoughts remain with Mr Jones’ family at this difficult time. They have been fully updated with this latest development and continue to be supported by our specialist officers.”

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