Murder probe police seek help in tracing man

‘MAY BE ABLE TO HELP’: Police would like to speak Scunthorpe man Peter Balog, 22

Detectives leading the investigation into the murder of 20-year-old Abdullah Balouchi have identified one man they want to speak to as part of their ongoing inquiry, but are still appealing for help in tracing another.

Officers would like to find Peter Balog, 22, from Scunthorpe, who was believed to have been in the area at the time of the incident and “may be able to assist us with our enquiries”, Humberside Police said.

Mr Balouchi suffered fatal stab wounds in an incident in Peel Street, west Hull, on the evening of Wednesday, October 7.

Two men from Hull, aged 32 and 19, and a 17-year-old boy have been charged with Mr Balouchi’s murder and have been remanded into custody.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Mr Balog can call the non-emergency number 101 line, quoting log number 500 of October 7, or can visit https://mipp.police.uk/operation/16HQ20N62-PO1

Anyone who wants to give information anonymously can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.