10/09/2010

Murdered Lorry Driver's Family Appeals

The family of a lorry driver who was gunned down at his home in Staffordshire in July have appealed for information about his murder.

Father-of-two Richard Deakin, 27, was shot in the chest at his home in Meadway Street, Chasetown, around 8:30am on July 5.

Two men have been arrested and released on bail in connection with his death.

Mr Deakin's partner Megan issued a statement through Staffordshire Police which said: "The cowards who did are not people, they are animals. People may be scared to come forward, but if they don't, Richard's killers will still be out there. Someone needs to come forward to put them behind bars."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on: 01785 233600.

(KMcA/BMcC)

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