Burntwood Online

Shooting victim named

The identity of the man who died in Monday's shooting incident in Chasetown, has been confirmed as Richard Deakin, aged 27, of Meadway Street.
Specially-trained officers are continuing to offer support to Mr Deakin's family.
While the crime scene was released by detectives on Tuesday 6th July, and the cordon at the end of Meadway Street has been lifted.
Officers are still speaking to local residents in the area - including children walking to school - in a fresh bid to gather information about the crime.
A black Vauxhall Corsa, which is believed to have been involved in the incident, is undergoing a full forensic examination after it was found abandoned on Monday evening in Coppy Nook Lane, off Hospital Road, Burntwood.
Chief Inspector Selwyn Burton, from Trent Valley division, said: "We'd like to thank local residents for their patience while we carried out necessary inquiries at the house. They can rest assured that we are doing all we can to bring those responsible for Mr Deakin's death to justice."
Detectives from the force's Major Investigations Department are continuing a full-scale inquiry into the incident and have already spoken to numerous witnesses.
Neighbourhood police officers will remain in the area and be available to address any concerns residents may have.
Anyone with information should contact Staffordshire Police on 0300 123 4455 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.