Police have extended a £20,000 reward for information and revealed they have spoken to 75 people in connection to a historic unsolved murder in Southampton.

Ricky Haywood was just 36 years old when he was fatally shot in his flat above Ambiance Jewellers on Shirley Road on Monday, October 16, 1989.

Nobody has been charged with the murder of Ricky, who was shot numerous times at close range.

In October, police reopened the case, offering a £20,000 reward for information, which has now been extended as detectives continue to appeal for information.

As part of enquiries, more than 75 people who may have information to assist officers have so far been spoken to.

The £20,000 reward, provided by Crimestoppers, is on offer to anyone who can provide information that leads to the arrest, charge and conviction of anyone responsible for Ricky’s murder.

This reward was originally due to expire on December 31 but is now available until March 25, 2025.

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Detective Inspector Elizabeth Brunt, who is leading the investigation, said: “Since we re-opened this investigation we have had a very positive response, and I am extremely thankful to everyone who has contacted us with information.

“This information has provided us with new and clear lines of enquiry which we are thoroughly looking into.

“I do believe that someone knows why Ricky was killed and who was responsible. Whatever your allegiances, you would be doing the right thing by telling us what you know.

“As we celebrate Christmas this year, I would urge those people to think about Ricky’s family who have waited more than 35 years to find out why someone killed him.

“While Ricky’s mother died broken hearted, the rest of his family are still desperate to know the truth - We need to give his family the answers they rightly deserve.

“If you prefer not to talk to the police, you can tell Crimestoppers and they will pass the information on for you - it is not too late.

“Crimestoppers are independent of the police and won’t ask for any personal details, there’ll be no police contact or witness statements, and you won’t have to go to court. Nobody will know you contacted them.”

Crimestoppers are independent of the police and won’t ask for any personal details - nobody will know you contacted them.

Only information submitted via Crimestoppers is eligible for the £20,000.