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Murder investigation underway after body found in Bedworth

Postby dutchman » Tue May 07, 2019 2:40 pm

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A murder investigation is underway after a man's body was found in a Bedworth house.

Warwickshire Police has revealed that the body of the man was found at an address in Bulkington Road yesterday, Monday, May 6.

Detectives are awaiting formal identification but have said that the victim is a 33-year-old man.

Officers are awaiting a post-mortem examination to establish the cause of death.

A police cordon remains in place at the house as investigations enter their second day following the discovery at 1.25pm yesterday afternoon (Monday, May 6).
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Det Insp Lisa Sears explained that they believe the victim and the suspects were known to each other.

“We are treating this incident as murder and are currently working to establish the exact circumstances leading up to the man’s death.

"We’re keen to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area or has any information that could help with our enquiries.

“At this time we believe the victim and the offenders were known to each other.”

Forensics officers were seen at the address last night, carrying items from inside into vans.

The front door to the property was also boarded up.

Anyone with information to help officers should call Warwickshire Police on 101 quoting incident 200 of May 6.

Information can also be passed on via the independent charity Crimestoppers, which is free to call from a landline and confidential, on 0800 555 111.

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Postby dutchman » Wed May 08, 2019 1:45 pm

Police issue photo of man they want to trace

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Today officers have also released the photo of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.

John Allison is 35 and from Bedworth.

Officers believe he is currently in the Bedworth or Bulkington areas but have advised the public not to approach him if they see him.

Anyone who sees Allison or knows where he is should call 999 immediately quoting incident 200 of May 6 2019.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Detective Chief Inspector Anna Middleton from the Warwickshire Police Major Investigation Unit said: “We are continuing our investigations to establish the circumstances leading up to the man’s death and identify those responsible.

“We have one man in custody who is continuing to help with our enquiries.

“We’re also keen to speak to John Allison as he may have information vital to our investigation.

"We’re confident that someone knows where he is and can help us to locate him.”

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Postby dutchman » Wed May 08, 2019 6:31 pm

Coventry man arrested as part of Bedworth murder inquiry

A 39-year-old Coventry man has been arrested in connection with a Bedworth murder inquiry.

Warwickshire Police said the suspect was detained this afternoon, Wednesday, May 8, on suspicion of assisting an offender.

A second man, a 35-year-old from Bedworth, remains in custody on suspicion of murder, while police also want to trace a third man, 35-year-old John Allison, from Bedworth, as part of their investigation.

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Re: Murder investigation underway after body found in Bedworth

Postby dutchman » Sat May 11, 2019 3:37 am

Bedworth murder suspects appear in court as victim named

Two men accused of murder in Bedworth have appeared in court as the victim was named as Daniel Pitham.

Scott Warner and John Robert Allison, both from the town, were charged with murder following the discovery of a body at a house in Bulkington Road on Monday, May 6.

Warwickshire Police has stated that a post-mortem examination confirmed the 33-year-old died from a stab wound to the heart.

Warner, 35, of Missing Oak Close, and Allison, 33, of Bulkington Road, both appeared in the dock at Warwickshire Magistrates’ Court today (Friday, May 10) having been charged.

Mr Pitham was named as the victim in court.

No pleas were entered at today's hearing and the case was sent to the crown court on Monday, May 13.

Warner and Allison were remanded in custody.

Police have also arrested a 39-year-old man from Coventry on suspicion of assisting an offender, He has been released under investigation.

A second man from Coventry, who is 35, was arrested yesterday (Thursday, May 9) on suspicion of assisting an offender and remains in custody.

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Postby dutchman » Sat May 11, 2019 2:26 pm

First photo of Bedworth 'murder' victim Daniel Pitham

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The family of a Bedworth man have paid tribute to him after his body was found at a house in the town.

Officers found the body of Daniel Pitham at a home in Bulkington Road after forcing entry to the property on Monday, May 6.

A post-mortem examination revealed the 33-year-old - known as Danny - died from a stab wound to the heart.

His family has now released a photo of him and paid tribute to their son.

In a statement, released through Warwickshire Police, Danny's family said: “Danny was a very outgoing young man who loved to party with his friends, travel and keep fit.

"In his younger days he played football at a very high level.

"Due to his life-changing injuries after an accident in February 2018 he became very withdrawn, depressed and vulnerable.

“He will be sorely missed and very much loved. RIP son.”

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Postby dutchman » Tue May 14, 2019 1:44 pm

Fifth arrest in Bedworth murder investigation

A fifth man has been arrested in the investigation into the alleged murder of a Bedworth man.

Warwickshire Police this morning (May 14) arrested a 27-year-old man, who has not been identified, but is from Bedworth, on suspicion of assisting an offender.

He has been taken into custody and will be questioned today.

His arrest is the fifth in the investigation into the death of Daniel Pitham.

Bedworth United has also paid tribute to the former ‘fans favourite’ player.

The Greenbacks have added their condolences to the family of Mr Pitham.

In a statement posted by the club, it says: “All at Bedworth United AFC are saddened by the death of Daniel Pitham.

“We send our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of a former Greenback.”

The tribute went on to say he was a fans’ favourite.

“A no-nonsense defender who's great attitude saw him as a fans favourite he was a determined footballer with many good times at BUFC,” the tribute added.

The tribute follows another from Nuneaton Borough FC, where Mr Pitham also played.

Not only did he play for the 'Boro and the 'Greenbacks but also for Nuneaton and District Sunday Football League (NDSFL).

Yesterday (May 13) two men accused of murdering Mr Pitham appeared via video link at a crown court.

Scott Warner, 35, of Missing Oak Close, and John Robert Allison, 33, of Bulkington Road - both face a charge of murder.

They appeared at Warwick Crown Court via a video link from HMP Hewell where they are currently on remand.

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Re: Murder investigation underway after body found in Bedworth

Postby dutchman » Mon Feb 17, 2020 11:09 pm

Carpet fitter who stabbed victim five times and hid body under stairs guilty of murder

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A man has been found guilty of the 'shocking and appalling' murder of Daniel Pitham in Bedworth.

John Robert Allison, of Bulkington Road, Bedworth, was today (Monday, February 17) found guilty of murdering Daniel following a six-week trial at Warwick Crown Court.

The 36-year-old had denied murdering the 33-year-old but a jury found him guilty.

Detectives involved in the investigation said carpet fitter John Allison showed no remorse after stabbing Mr Pitham - who was disabled - five times.

Following the attack, Daniel was rolled up in a carpet and put under the stairs.

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Toni Allison, aged 34, of Springfield Crescent, Bedworth, was found guilty of two counts of perverting the course of justice.

Scott Warner, aged 36, of Missing Oak Close, Bedworth, had previously pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice.

All three will now be sentenced on March 2.

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Postby dutchman » Mon Mar 02, 2020 8:32 pm

Daniel Pitham murder: Carpet fitter's web of lies after hiding victim's body under stairs

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A man who rolled up his friend’s body in a piece of carpet and hid it in a cupboard under the stairs at his house has been jailed for 22 years.

Carpet fitter John Robert Allison, of Bulkington Road, Bedworth, stabbed former footballer Daniel Pitham five times with a hunting knife before concealing his body in May last year.

Allison, 36, had denied murdering the 33-year-old but a jury found him guilty after a six-week trial which culminated on February 17.

Allison was sentenced today (March 2) at Warwick Crown Court to 22 years in prison. He must serve at least that before being able to be considered for parole.

Also appearing for sentence was Scott Warner, 36, of Missing Oak Close, Bedworth, who received a three-year prison sentence after previously pleading guilty to perverting the course of justice.

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After the murder, Allison and Warner hid Daniel's body then contacted friends and acquaintances about borrowing a van or car. During the trial, the prosecution alleged that their plan was to dispose of the body in a disused quarry.

Both men had then created a web of lies and confusion over Daniel’s whereabouts.

The judge said of Allison: “As far as mitigating factors are concerned I accept there was no real premeditation and this arose from a spontaneous incident. I do not accept however that you have intended to do serious bodily harm rather than to kill.

“You stabbed Daniel Pitham five times using at least moderate force for the three significant blows.”

He added: “It’s clear he died because you, John Allison, lost your temper when you thought he was disrespecting you and he refused to leave your house and you picked up what you describe as a ten-inch hunting knife and stabbed him five times.”

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