New appeal on what would have been Sam Rimmer's 25th birthday
He was fatally shot in Dingle in August 2022
Police have renewed the appeal for information on what would have been the 25th birthday of a man who was fatally shot in Dingle.
Sam Rimmer was with a group of friends on Lavrock Bank in Dingle at around 11:40pm on Tuesday 16 August 2022, when two electric bikes drove into the cul-de-sac and fired a number of shots towards the group.
Sam was injured and despite the best efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead ad short time later in hospital.
Ten people have been arrested in connection with Sam's death,but no-one has been charged.
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath, said:
"Every birthday is another milestone Sam’s family are forced to endure and our thoughts remain with them on this poignant day.
"This was a young man with his whole life ahead of him. It is vital that anyone who hasn’t already come forward to speak to us does so as a matter of urgency.
"Sam’s family deserve to get the answers and to see someone brought to justice.
"We believe there are people living in Dingle, Toxteth and the surrounding area who hold vital information that will help us find anyone responsible for Sam’s death.
"We will review any new information you share with us so please contact us immediately if you have anything that could help us bring justice for Sam and his family."
Anyone who saw what happened, was in the area at the time, or has any information, is being urged to contact Merseyside Police here.