Further arrest in Coventry murder investigation

Michael Ababio died after being stabbed near Foleshill Library in February

Michael Ababio died after being stabbed near Foleshill Library in February.
Author: Lizzie CouttsPublished 2nd Jun 2026
Last updated 2nd Jun 2026

Police investigating the death of an 18-year-old in Coventry have made another arrest.

Michael Ababio died after being stabbed near Foleshill Library on 22 February.

West Midlands Police confirmed today (June 2) that a 24-year-old man was arrested at an address in Hillfields overnight on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.

He remains in custody while the investigation continues.

Four people have been charged in connection with Michael's death.

Ismail Nabeel, 18, of Coventry, and Mahad Mohammed, aged 19, have been charged with murder and attempted murder.

Two 17-year-old boys, who cannot be named due to their age, have also been charged with murder and attempted murder

Detectives are urging anyone who saw what happened and hasn't come forward to contact the police.

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