Fourth man arrested over murder of Raheim Jackson in Leeds as police plead for information

Police have arrested a fourth man in connection with the murder of Raheim Jackson in Leeds.

The 38-year-old died after being attacked on Hedley Chase in New Wortley on October 24.

West Yorkshire Police have confirmed that a 28-year-old man was arrested in Nottingham yesterday (November 5) on suspicion murder.

He remains in police custody.

A 39-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder on Wednesday (November 4) has been bailed pending further enquiries, the force said.

Michael Gyedu, 26, of Rathmell Road, appeared at Leeds Crown Court this week charged with the murder of Mr Jackson.

He was not asked to enter a plea and a preliminary trial date was set for April 5.

A police spokesperson said: “Enquiries into Raheim’s death remain ongoing by the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team.

“Anyone with information which can assist the investigation is asked to contact us via 101 or use the Live Chat options at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat quoting reference 13260606745.

“Information also be given anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 11 or via online.”