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Crime Murder investigation reopened 35 years after man shot dead in Hampshire home By Sophie Lewis Digital Reporter Published 8th Oct 2024, 11:40 BST Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Advances in forensic technology has prompted detectives to reopen a cold case where a man was shot multiple times in his home. Richard Haywood, who was also known as Ricky, was murdered in an attack at his home address above Ambiance Jewellers in Shirley Road, Southampton, on October 16 1989.

Despite an investigation, no-one was ever charged with the murder of the 36-year-old - but Crimestoppers is now offering a reward of £20,000 for information, that can be given anonymously, which leads to an arrest and conviction. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Beth Simpson, regional manager for Crimestoppers, said: “Ricky’s heartbroken family still don’t have answers or justice. Our charity is offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information given exclusively to us that leads to the arrest, charge and conviction of anybody responsible for his murder.



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