Police name Birmingham tram death victim

Anthony Banting Credit: British Transport Police

Detectives investigating the murder of a man at Soho Benson Road tram stop in Winson Green, Birmingham, are making an urgent appeal for the public's help.

The victim, believed to be 57-year-old Anthony Banting, from the Sparkhill area, was found by a member of the public, collapsed on the steps leading from the tram stop just before 5pm on Friday (March 31).

Mr Banting had suffered multiple stab wounds and died at the scene. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Since Friday, officers have been trawling CCTV in the area and have uncovered images of a man they believe has vital information about the murder.

Police have released this CCTV image. Credit: British Transport Police
DCI Paul Langley appealing to the public. Credit: British Transport Police