Overview
- Vijay Kumar, also reported as Vijay Kumar Sheoran, 30, was found with life‑threatening injuries on Barbourne Road, Worcester, around 4:15 a.m. on November 25 and died later in hospital.
- West Mercia Police confirmed he sustained stab wounds and are investigating the death as murder, with ongoing appeals for witnesses and evidence.
- Five men arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on bail as enquiries continue, and a sixth man arrested earlier was released with no further action.
- UWE Bristol said it is in contact with the family, has offered full support, and is working with investigators on the case.
- Relatives launched a GoFundMe to fund repatriation to India, raising more than £9,000 toward a £13,000 target, alongside an appeal to India’s Ministry of External Affairs.