Flowers laid at Sutton Coldfield pub where man in his 20s was stabbed to death at birthday party

From the Newshound archive · first published 11 October 2026 · last updated 12 October 2026.

Tributes have appeared outside the Beggars Bush pub on Chester Road in Sutton Coldfield, where a man in his 20s was fatally stabbed in the car park during a birthday reggae night. West Midlands Police launched a murder investigation after emergency services were called shortly before 2am on Sunday and pronounced him dead at the scene. Detective Chief Inspector Stacey Follows urged anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward. No arrests have been made.

The attack took place during a birthday reggae night advertised as 'big tunes, big energy, singalongs, dancing & vibes until 3AM'.

Police have created a dedicated online portal for witnesses and have stepped up patrols in the area.

The Beggars Bush pub is closed while it assists police and the victim's family.