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53-year-old Anthony Priestley died following the attack in the early hours of Tuesday morning
Harry CockburnFriday 21 November 2025 10:34 GMT
Anthony Priestley, 53, was described as a father who was 'loved so much', by his family (West Midlands Police)
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A man has been charged with murder after a much-loved father was stabbed to death in Coventry.
Alexander Neilson, 28, of no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of murder by West Midlands Police after they were called to an address in Aldrich Avenue, at around 4.15am on Tuesday 18 November.
When police arrived at the property in the Tile Hill area of the city, Anthony Priestley, 53, was found with serious stab injuries.
Paramedics were called and attended the scene, but were unable to save Mr Priestley.
“Sadly, nothing could be done to save him and he was pronounced dead at the scene,” West Midlands Police said in a statement.
Mr Neilson was charged with murder and aggravated burglary on Wednesday.
He was remanded in custody and is due to appear in Coventry Magistrates Court on Friday.
A police investigation remains underway, and the force has urged anyone with information relating to the case to come forward.
Mr Priestley’s family said: "Anton, we loved you so much and we cannot imagine that we’re never going to see you again. Our love for you will never end."
His daughter added: "Thanks for all the lovely memories I have of you. Your loving daughter."
Mr Priestley’s family are being supported by specialist officers following the murder.
Police have said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the murder, but appealed for any further information, including dashcam footage. Details can be provided on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “Anyone with information, including dashcam or other footage from the area at the time, has been asked to get in touch via 101, quoting log 418 of November 18.”
