Tributes to the sufferer of an ‘unprovoked’ assault in Birmingham Metropolis Centre have spoken of her ‘quiet’ nature.
Katie Fox, 34, died of great neck accidents forward of suspect Djeison Rafael, 21, making his first look in court docket.
Neighbours described Katie as a ‘good woman’ who lived within the space for round 20 years.
A household pal informed The Mail at this time: ‘It’s too quickly to speak. They’re all in complete shock. It’s horrible.’
Cathy Crossley, from Arts All Over The Place (AAOTP), wrote a touching tribute on-line: ‘Katie Fox, accomplice of Gary Morris, died after being stabbed on Friday Night in Birmingham.
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‘She was a pal of AAOTP for a few years, and attended a number of occasions. We’re all devastated and ship a lot love and assist to Gary Morris, who’s the bass participant in our band ADHD.’
One other pal Jodie Barker mentioned on Fb: ‘I’m actually sorry this occurred to you.
‘I do know for a reality Katie wouldn’t have ever mentioned something to whoever killed her.
‘She was one of many good individuals and but it all the time occurs to the quiet and good people who find themselves getting on with life and being completely happy.’
Showing in court docket at this time, accused killer Rafael wore a gray t-shirt and was flanked by two dock officers who eliminated his handcuffs as he confronted District Choose John Bristow.
Rafael was informed to be quiet and look ahead as he interrupted the six-minute listening to a number of instances.
Rafael can also be charged with two counts of inflicting precise bodily hurt on October 27 and November 7, possession of a Stanley blade on November 7 and assaulting a detention escort officer on November 8.
Rafael was informed he was not going to be requested to enter any pleas as a result of the offences are too severe to be handled by the magistrates’ court docket.
District Choose Bristow informed the defendant: ‘I’m going to ship you and your expenses to the crown court docket on November 12.’
West Midlands Police mentioned Rafael can also be charged with two additional assaults and possession of a blade.
The stabbing occurred outdoors of Boots, and is the third to have taken place in a month within the space.
The drive mentioned: ‘Additional officers can be round Birmingham metropolis centre to supply reassurance as we perceive it is a worrying incident.’
‘We’re nonetheless eager to listen to from anybody who is aware of extra about what occurred or the actions of Rafael, who we consider was carrying an all-grey tracksuit, black hat, trainers and rucksack on Friday night (7 November).’
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