Six men convicted of killing of Shamus Hussain in Dewsbury park
The 39 year old was hit was baseball bats and hockey sticks - before being fatally stabbed last July
Six men have been convicted over the killing of 39 year old Shamus Hussain, who was brutally beaten with baseball bats and hockey sticks, before being fatally stabbed in Dewsbury.
Four of the men on trial at Leeds Crown Court have been convicted of murder, with a further two being found guilty of manslaughter.
Shamus was attacked after arguing with the group of men on Pilgrim Drive in Dewsbury Moor, before being chased into the nearby park.
The men convicted are:
Saqlain Ali, 21, of Pilgrim Drive, Dewsbury, guilty of murder.
Basit Ali, 31, of Pilgrim Drive, Dewsbury, guilty of murder.
Sakeb Ali Khan, 32, of Pilgrim Drive, Dewsbury, guilty of murder.
Zeeshan Khan, 19, of Pilgrim Crescent, Dewsbury, guilty of murder.
Asim Akram, 21, of Pilgrim Crescent, Dewsbury, guilty of manslaughter.
Faizaan Akram, 19, of Pilgrim Crescent, Dewsbury, guilty of manslaughter.
Paying tribute to 39-year-old Shamus, his family said:
“As a family we have been left heartbroken by the death of Shamus.
“He was a much‑loved son, father and brother, whose kindness, warmth and presence meant so much to those around him.
“His family, friends and all who knew him will feel his loss deeply and he is missed every day.”
Speaking after the verdict, Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle of West Yorkshire Police said: “Shamus Hussain was attacked in broad daylight in a public park in Dewsbury on a summer’s evening last year.
“It was a brutal and needless act of violence that resulted in him suffering injuries that, tragically, he did not survive.
“From the moment we launched a murder investigation, my team of officers worked tirelessly in a fast-paced environment and very trying circumstances.
“I’m pleased that following a diligent and thorough enquiry we were able to gather the evidence needed to secure convictions against the men responsible for Shamus’ death.
“These convictions will not bring Shamus back, but I hope it serves as some comfort to his friends and family. Our thoughts remain with them today.”
The six men are to be sentenced at a future date.