Five men have been charged with murder following the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Neo Graham in Wolverhampton.
The incident took place on Eastfield Grove just after 3:20 PM GMT last Tuesday, with emergency services arriving at the scene to find the victim had succumbed to his injuries.
West Midlands Police confirmed that a firearm was recovered during the investigation. The suspects, identified as Koketso Ximba, 22; Aaron Osei, 22; Deric Da Silva Ferreria, 19; Fabio Bandarrinha, 20; and Elie Mey, 24, have been remanded in custody.
While Ximba faces a single charge of murder, the remaining four suspects have been charged with additional offences, including possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of prohibited ammunition, possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply, and money laundering.
Mey also faces an extra charge for possession of a firearm while prohibited for five years.
The five men are expected to appear before Wolverhampton Magistrates’ Court as the investigation continues.
Background on Gun Crime in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, like many urban areas in the UK, has faced challenges with gun and gang-related violence.
In recent years, West Midlands Police have intensified efforts to combat firearm-related offences, conducting targeted operations to seize illegal weapons and dismantle organised crime networks.
The region has seen a rise in violent crime, with multiple incidents involving firearms reported over the past year.
Authorities continue to urge the public to come forward with any information that could assist in tackling gun crime and ensuring community safety.
