Police Appeal
Murder of Richard 'Ricky' Haywood
Details of Incident
On Monday 16th October 1989, Richard Haywood, commonly known as Ricky, was just 36-years-old when he was killed in his flat above Ambiance Jewellers on Shirley Road in Southampton. To date no one has been charged with the murder of Ricky, who was shot numerous times at close range.
The investigation into Ricky’s murder has now been reopened, and advancements in forensic science over the past 35 years will allow us to pursue this as one of the main lines of enquiry.
Your help is needed. Now is the time to communicate what you know, either directly, anonymously or through a third party - doing nothing is no longer an option.
If you would like to speak to one of the investigation team ring 101 and quote Operation Tango.
Contact Information
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on
0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not have to speak to police.
There is a reward of £20,000 available through Crimestoppers for information leading to the successful prosecution of the offender(s) responsible. Contacting Crimestoppers is the only route through which a reward can be claimed.