'Caring' man found dead in Coventry wheelie bin named as police issue Blackpool arrests update
Police have named the man whose body was tragically found in a wheelie bin in Coventry, as three people arrested in Blackpool remain in custody.
Three people - a man and woman in their 40s and a man in his 20s - were arrested in Blackpool on Sunday night on suspicion of murder and assisting an offender.
The arrests came after the discovery of a body in a Coventry City Council bin in Cash’s Park, off Dailmer Road, at around 5.00pm on Friday (March 13). All three suspects remain in custody, it has today (March 17) been confirmed.
West Midlands Police have now named the victim as 37-year-old Thomas Niven, known as Tom. The force said investigations are continuing and his family are being supported and updated throughout.
Tom’s family have now paid tribute to the ‘loving’ and ‘caring’ man, who ‘will forever be missed’.
In a statement, issued by West Midlands Police, they said: "Sadly our youngest son, stepson, brother, brother in law, nephew and uncle, Tom has been tragically taken away from all who dearly loved him.
"As a family we are all in shock and are devastated, our hearts are in pieces at the loss of Tom in such a cruel way. He was a pillar of strength towards us all.
"He was loving and caring, he loved all of his family, he was a big softy when it came to animals and his nephews and nieces.
"He was full of laughter and had such a vibe for life, he had a charm that would lift a dull spirit, he loved his music and playing pool. He loved small harmless pranks but could never keep a straight face and would break out into a laughter.
"We are so proud to have had Tom in our lives, his life has tragically been cut short in the most cruel way. Tom will forever be missed.
"Justice will be done. We love you Tom, rest easy, love us all Dad, Mum, stepmom, brothers and sisters, nephews and nieces and extended family.
"We urge anyone with information to please come forward to the police."
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Poole from West Midlands Police’s Major Crime Unit said: "We are continuing to build a picture of what happened and the three people arrested at the weekend remain in police cells as those enquiries continue.
"We'd like to thank everyone who has been in touch providing information so far and we would still urge anyone who might know more to still get in contact."
Anyone with information can call 101 quoting log 4148 of 13 March or message West Midlands Police via Live Chat on their website.