Man Found Dead in Wheelie Bin: Murder Investigation Launched

0:00On March 17th, police have named a 37-year-old man found dead in a wheelie bin in a Coventry Park as Thomas Niven. His body was discovered on Friday evening in Cache's Park off Daimler Road after a member of the public raised the alarm. Officers quickly launched a murder investigation, leading to the arrest of a man and a woman in their 40s, plus a man in his 20s, in. Blackpool. They're being held on suspicion of murder and assisting an offender. Niven's family shared a heartfelt tribute, describing him as a pillar of strength, who was loving, caring, and full of laughter. They said he adored his family, animals, music, and pool, and his sudden loss has left them devastated. Detectives now believe Niven was struck by a car before his body was moved to the park. The three suspects remained in custody as police pieced together the full picture. West Midlands police are supporting the family and urge anyone with information to come forward to help bring closure.