Kenichi Phillips murder suspect named as public warned not to approach him
This key suspect in the murder of a teenager shot dead in a car was named by police today, as officers warned the public not to approach him.
Isaiah Wright-Young, 36, is wanted over the death of Kenichi Phillips, 18.
He was shot dead as he sat in a black Seat Leon on St Marks Crescent in the Ladywood area of Birmingham just before 7pm on March 17.
Today officers released a photo of Wright-Young, adding: "The public are urged not to approach Wright-Young if seen but to call 999 immediately."
Det Insp Jim Munro, from Force CID, said: "Two people have been charged in relation to the shooting of Kenichi Phillips on 17 March but this is investigation is still very active.
"It's important we locate Isaiah Wright-Young as soon as possible and I would urge anyone with any information about his whereabouts to contact us."
Speaking after his son's death, the father of Mr Phillips revealed that he was to become a father.
He said: "Kenichi was only 18-years-old. He was a great-grandson, a grandson, a cousin, nephew, brother, son and friend who was loved and will not get the chance to see his son born."
Post-mortem results revealed Mr Phillips died from a single gunshot wound.
Police can be contacted on 101, or to pass urgent information call 999. Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
