Family pay tribute to man killed in Birmingham

The husband-to-be was killed when he was hit by a car.

Author: Ben CartwrightPublished 22nd May 2023

The family of 45-year-old Hussien Nur Teklise say his 'legacy will live on.'

Teklise was cycling when he was struck by a car on Belgrave Middleway just after 2pm on 16 May.

West Midlands Police say they believe he was hit by a white Audi - which did not stop at the scene but has seen been recovered by officers.

The driver of the vehicle has also been identified, with police saying he will be spoken to in due course.

In a statement, Hussien's fiancée said: “He loved cycling and he loved doing his morning routine with his two-year-old son, which included feeding him breakfast, playing with him, taking videos, and spending quality time.

“Hussien was a very cautious person and kind to everyone in the community.

“His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone he interacted with, as well as those he reached but never met.”

West Midlands Police are keen to hear from those who were in the area during the time of the incident, as well as anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage.

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