Detectives launch murder probe as man, 30, dies after being deliberately targeted in hit-and-run that also killed dog as family pay tribute to ‘true geezer’ popular on dance scene
- Andrew Flamson, 30, suffered fatal head injuries and died in hospital on Friday
- The hit-and-run happened on Grosvenor Road in Coventry on Tuesday
- The father-of-one’s friend remains in a serious condition in hospital
- The dog suffered severe injuries and was put down, said West Midlands Police
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a ‘much-loved’ father who police believe was deliberately knocked down by a car in an incident that also killed a dog.
Andrew Flamson, 30, suffered fatal head injuries after the hit-and-run in Coventry on Tuesday and died in hospital on Friday afternoon, West Midlands Police said.
Mr Flamson, a father-of-one who was described as a ‘true geezer’ popular on the dance scene by his family, had been walking along Grosvenor Road with a friend and a dog when they were struck by a silver Ford Mondeo.
His friend remains in a serious condition in hospital, while the dog suffered severe injuries and was put down.
Andrew Flamson, 30, suffered fatal head injuries after the hit-and-run in Coventry on Tuesday and died in hospital on Friday afternoon, West Midlands Police said
Police believe that the collision was deliberate, with detectives saying that an altercation between two groups in the area around 11pm that night ‘seemed to act as a catalyst’.
Appealing for information regarding the incident, Detective Inspector Sangha from the force’s Homicide Unit said: ‘A boy has been left without his dad due to the actions of the driver; we need to trace the offenders and get justice for Andrew’s family.
‘I need anyone who witnessed the disorder, saw the collision or the silver Mondeo driving away to get in touch as soon as possible.
‘In particular, we are keen to hear from anyone who has CCTV or dash cam footage to get in touch.
‘If you have any information no matter how small, please contact us. The smallest bit of information could help our investigation.’
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of the ‘much-loved’ father who police believe was deliberately knocked down by a car in an incident that also killed a dog
Mr Flamson’s family, who are being supported by family liaison officers, shared a photo of him alongside a tribute in which they described him as a ‘true geezer’.
‘Andrew was much-loved by many people,’ they said.
‘We’ve received messages from all over the country from the party and dance scene. Music was Andrew’s life.’
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