Kaydel Williams murder: Man arrested over death of 'kidnapped' Tipton teen
A man has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of a teenager from Tipton found with serious head and chest injuries in a street.
Kaydel Williams, 19, was reportedly bundled into a car before he was found at around 8.55pm on October 7.
He was pronounced dead at the scene, in Hunton Road, Erdington, Birmingham.
A man aged 34, of no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of murder, kidnap and robbery yesterday and was in police custody today for questioning.
Det Insp Warren Hines said: "This is a significant step in our investigation into the death of Kaydel.
"This remains an active inquiry and I would still urge anyone who hasn't already spoken to us - and may have vital information - to come forward."
Police have been looking into reports he had been bundled into a car at The Gardens, Erdington, by a group of men just five minutes before his body was found.
A man aged 22 was also assaulted and was left with minor injuries.
Kaydel's family paid tribute to him in a statement: "Kaydel was a vibrant soul and a humorous character, who was well mannered, caring and highly regarded by others.
"He was always giving and did it with a smile.
"Kaydel was a loving individual with such great potential, a beautiful soul gone too soon.
"He will be missed deeply by family and friends. Always in our hearts and thoughts, we love you."
Anyone with information can call DI Warren Hines and his team on 101. Alternatively ring independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
