Tributes paid to man killed in Shard End
Darren Smith died after being found with serious head injuries.
Tributes have been paid to a 'caring and loving son' who died after being attacked in Shard End.
Darren Smith was found with serious head injuries outside shops in Heath Way just after 2.50pm yesterday (15 March). The 50-year-old was confirmed dead shortly afterwards.
Police are continuing their enquiries and are keeping an open mind around the motive for the attack.
In a tribute his family said: "We as a family are devastated at the loss of our son Darren.
"He was a caring man and was loved by all who knew him. He was tragically taken from us and this has left a huge void in our lives.
"We would ask anyone who knows or saw anything please come forward and contact the police.
"We would now wish to be left alone so we can deal with our loss and grieve in private."
Police patrols have been stepped up in the area as officers review all available CCTV and speak to as many people as possible.
Anyone who can assist enquiries is urged to contact 101, or Live Chat on the police website, and quote log 2653 of 15 March.