Murder probe as 'loving son' killed in Halesowen hit-and-run
Three people have been arrested, one on suspicion of murder, after a man was killed in a suspected hit and run in Halesowen.
Benjamin Morse, aged 36, was hit by the dark hatchback at around 12.15am yesterday.
He is believed to have been walking in in Cherry Street when he was struck by the vehicle.
Medics battled to save his life but he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Tonight, police revealed that a 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Two men, aged 32 and 19, were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and have also been released on police bail.
The family of Mr Morse, who is from Halesowen, have paid tribute to him.
In a statement, they said: "Benjamin was a kind and loving son, brother, uncle and friend who would do anything for anyone.
“He was sports mad, fun loving and an Arsenal fanatic and has left a huge hole in our lives; our family will never be the same again.
“We appreciate the support from family, friends and the community but would ask that the police are left to do their job. Anyone who has any information please contact the police."
Det Insp Justin Spanner from Force CID, said: “Although the investigation is moving at a fast pace we still need to speak to anyone else who was in the car that was involved in the collision, do the right thing and come forward.
"Our thoughts remain with the family of Mr Morse who lost his life and specialist officers are supporting them at this difficult time."
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101.
