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Teenager sentenced for Dea-John Reid’s death 

|News, Violent crime

A teenager has been sentenced for the manslaughter of 14-year-old Dea-John Reid who was stabbed in broad daylight in Birmingham in May 2021.

The 15-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was sentenced today (6 May 2022) at Birmingham Crown Court to six years and six months detention. 

From March: Teenager convicted of killing 14-year-old schoolboy

Kate Seal of the CPS said: “Dea-John’s life was senselessly cut short by a violent act. He was an innocent boy who was not carrying any weapon and it is a tragedy that he died in such a horrific manner.

“His family has been deprived of the chance to see him live out his life and achieve his dreams and I can’t even begin to imagine the anguish they feel, knowing that he will never grow up beyond the age of 14.

“This tragic case highlights the devastation that carrying and using knives can cause in families and communities, and our thoughts are with Dea-John’s family and friends at this time.”

Notes to editors

  • Kate Seal is a Senior Crown Prosecutor for CPS West Midlands. 

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