Four-figure reward offered for two suspects in murder of young Hull man Abdullah Balouchi as family "desperate for answers"

The search for two men wanted for questioning over the murder of a 'much-loved' 20-year-old has prompted the offer of a £10,000 reward.
Abdullah Balouchi has been described as a "much-loved" young man who was well-likedAbdullah Balouchi has been described as a "much-loved" young man who was well-liked
Abdullah Balouchi has been described as a "much-loved" young man who was well-liked

The family of Abdullah Balouchi are "desperate for answers" after he was killed in an incident at Peel Street, Hull, last month.Four people - including one 17-year-old boy - have been charged in connection with Mr Balouchi's murder.

Detectives, however, also want to speak to two further men as part of the investigation.

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Peter Balog, aged 22 and from Scunthorpe, as well as a second man who has been pictured but not identified, are still wanted and charity Crimestoppers has said a £10,000 reward is on the table for anyone who can provide information which leads to their arrest.

Detectives want to speak to 22-year-old Peter Balog from Scunthorpe (left) and an unidentified man, pictured right, in connection with Mr Balouchi's murderDetectives want to speak to 22-year-old Peter Balog from Scunthorpe (left) and an unidentified man, pictured right, in connection with Mr Balouchi's murder
Detectives want to speak to 22-year-old Peter Balog from Scunthorpe (left) and an unidentified man, pictured right, in connection with Mr Balouchi's murder

Gemma Gibbs, Regional Manager for Yorkshire and the Humber at the charity Crimestoppers, said: “Abdullah’s family are desperate for answers and your information, given anonymously to our charity, could make all the difference.

"He was a much-loved young man and well-known and liked in the community.

“We know it can be difficult for people to speak up, especially if those involved are known to you.

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"However, taking someone’s life is the ultimate crime and for Abdullah’s family and the wider community, our charity is appealing to you to come forward."

Information can be given anonymously by phone or online, with the charity ensuring it never traces personal details or IP addresses.

Ms Gibbs added: “We never ask or take any personal details and over 32 years of guaranteeing anonymity to millions of people, we have always kept that promise.

"All we ask is that you pass on what you know about who this awful murder. Please do the right thing.

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"Crimestoppers believes in safe communities and we hope that this reward and our appeal for anonymous information will help to bring about justice to Abdullah’s family and friends.”

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