Man charged with conspiracy to murder beloved 'brother and son' who was fatally stabbed in Birmingham

A man has been charged in connection with the murder of a beloved brother who died after being stabbed outside his Birmingham home.

West Midlands Police said Mohammed Rakeeb Shafi has been charged with conspiracy to murder in connection with the death of Zeshaan Shaukat, who died three days after being stabbed on Ashville Avenue on August 25.

The force said Shafi, 26, has been remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court on Friday (September 11) and that investigations were continuing.

A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “We’ve charged a man with conspiracy to murder following the death of Zeshaan Shaukat, who was stabbed to death outside his home in Birmingham.

“Mohammed Rakeeb Shafi, aged 26, of no fixed address, has been remanded in custody to appear before magistrates in the city tomorrow.

“Mr Shaukat, aged 34, was attacked at around 11.50pm on August 25 outside his home on Ashville Avenue. Sadly, he died of his injuries in hospital on August 28.

“Our investigators have been gathering CCTV and carrying out other enquiries as we build a full picture of what happened and who was responsible.

“Extra patrols have been happening in and around the area to reassure the community since the attack.

“Two other men who were arrested on Tuesday night have now been released on police bail while our investigation continues.

“A total of 11 people have been arrested so far, and we expect that number to rise as the investigation continues.

“Get in touch via 101 or Live Chat on our website by quoting 20/376531/26. or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”