TWO more teenagers have been arrested as part of the murder hunt into the killing of Cradley Heath double glazing worker Simon Johnson.
The teenagers – aged 15 and 18 – were detained last night on suspicion of murder after the father-of-two's body was found at his Netherton home in Cradley Road last Thursday.
The 15-year-old was later released on police bail, pending further inquiries, while the 18-year-old remains in custody and is to be questioned today.
Two other teenagers – also aged 15 and 18 – were arrested and bailed over the weekend as part of the investigation into the death of the 41-year-old.
A post-mortem examination confirmed Mr Johnson died from stab wounds.
Detective Inspector Warren Hines, who is leading the investigation, said: “This inquiry is progressing but we still need anyone who saw anything out of the ordinary in the area before last Thursday morning to contact us.”
Anyone with information should call DI Hines and his team on 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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