A man tragically died after allegedly being beaten with a cricket bat by a gang of youths who reportedly stole his childrens bikes.
Derek Whyteside, 42, from Telford, Shropshire, died in hospital after being found unconscious in Withywood Drive, Malinslee, on Monday.
He had allegedly left his home earlier that day in a bid to get back his childrens bicycles.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and appeared before Kidderminster magistrates yesterday.
Police have now reassured residents and extra patrols have continued today in the area, close to where the victim died.
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Mr Whytesides name was released last night as friends and family paid tribute to him, led by his partner Michelle, with hundreds taking to social media to offer their condolences.
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Partner Michelle, 37, said: My whole world has just come crashing round me, and later added: Lost my love my world at 3.20 this morning. U are my everything no one cud ever replace wot we have. Fly high. Sleep tight Derek Whyteside.
The 16-year-old charged with Dereks murder appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court yesterday and was remanded in custody to appear at Stafford Crown Court at a date to be fixed.
Two men arrested in connection with the attack have been released on police bail and a woman and two other teenage boys have been released under investigation.
In a statement, the family said: Derek was a nice guy, he was loveable and could always see the best in people and if he considered you a friend he would strive never to let you down.
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He would always be there for you and was very proud of his extended family.
He was a fab dad to his partners children, very protective, cheeky and loving and always meant well. He was Michelles world and was so good to her. He was a great brother too.
Superintendent Tom Harding said: Incidents of this nature have a significant impact on our local communities and I will ensure we have officers in the local area over the coming days to offer reassurance to local residents. Anyone who is concerned can speak to an officer on patrol or to call us.
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We are working tirelessly to help make our communities even safer and we will continue to work with our partner agencies to ensure we do this.
I would like to reinforce my commitment to making sure we tackle violent crime and that our local communities can go about their daily lives without fear of crime.
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