Tribute to man fatally stabbed in Perry Barr street

Image source, West Midlands Police

Image caption, Marian Savu was stabbed in Perry Villa Drive

A man who was stabbed in a Birmingham street and died has been described as "a loving husband" by his family.

Marian Savu, 43, was stabbed in Perry Villa Drive, Perry Barr, on 2 March and pronounced dead at the scene.

Erlin Hasa, 34, of no fixed abode, has been charged with murder and is due at Birmingham Crown Court on 9 March.

Two men, aged 31 and 30, who were arrested on suspicion of murder, have been released on bail as its inquiry continues, police said.

A 21-year-old man also held on suspicion of murder has been released pending further investigation.

Mr Savu was attacked at about 03:50 GMT, the force stated.

In a statement released by police, his family said: "He was a loving husband and the best dad for the children."

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