Crimestoppers Announces £10,000 Reward in Birmingham Teen Death Investigation
The charity Crimestoppers has issued a substantial £10,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of a man wanted in connection with the tragic death of a teenager in Birmingham. This reward is specifically for details provided exclusively to Crimestoppers, not to the police, and is available for a limited period of three months, expiring on May 19.
Details of the Incident and Suspect
Chris Ikouara, a 19-year-old described by his family as "kind, caring and deeply cherished," was fatally stabbed at an address on Olton Boulevard East in the Acocks Green area. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 13, and Ikouara was pronounced dead at the scene. West Midlands Police are actively searching for 22-year-old Zachariah Liburd as part of their ongoing investigation into this heartbreaking case.
How to Provide Information Anonymously
Crimestoppers emphasizes that anyone with information can contact them completely anonymously, ensuring no risk to the individual. Methods include:
- Calling the charity at 0800 555 111, where calls are never traced, recorded, or displayed.
- Using the online form at crimestoppers-uk.org, with IP addresses never tracked.
Alan Edwards, West Midlands Regional Manager at Crimestoppers, stated: "A young man has tragically lost his life, leaving family and friends utterly heartbroken. We provide a safe and independent way to share what you know without any comeback or risk to yourself." He added that information could help bring answers to Ikouara's loved ones and enhance community safety.
Reward Claiming Process
To qualify for the £10,000 reward, individuals must follow specific steps:
- Information must be given directly to Crimestoppers, not to the police.
- When calling, a reward code must be requested during the initial contact.
- For online submissions, the 'keeping in contact' feature must be used, and a reward code must be asked for at the outset.
Crimestoppers guarantees complete anonymity, with no personal details required, no caller line display, and no 1471 facility, ensuring protection for informants.
