Sussex police hunt man, 27, after Billy Henham, 24, found dead in building as they warn public not to approach him

POLICE are on the hunt for a man after a 24-year-old was found dead in a building in Brighton.

Officers have warned the public to not approach Dushane Meikle, 27, who they want to speak to in connection to the probe.

Cops are urging anyone with information on Meikle's whereabouts to get in touch.

Billy Henham was found dead in a disused building in Brighton in January and a post-mortem confirmed he died following a sustained assault.

Sussex Police said today: "Detectives from the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team investigating the murder of 24- year-old Billy Henham from Henfield have released an image of 27-year-old Meikle who they want to speak to in connection with the investigation.

"Billy's body was discovered at a disused building in North Street, Brighton on Thursday 2 January 2020, after officers attended the property following a report of concerns for a person.

"Meikle from Hove has links to the city and London and should not be approached by the public.

Detective Superintendent Alex Geldart said: "We are urging anyone who sees Dushane Meikle or has information on his whereabouts to dial 999 immediately.

"Please do not approach him."

The family of Billy have previously spoken of their devastation.

In a statement, his family said: “Our son Bill was cruelly taken from us a year ago. He was killed for reasons that we cannot fathom.

“He was a kind and peaceful man who would happily talk and listen to those he came across in life. He had been living with us at home between periods of study at Ravensbourne University in London.

“We, alongside hundreds of others, gathered to mourn him at his funeral back in February and we all heard his friends talk about their love for him and the good times that they all shared. 

“This past year has been hard for many people and we as a family are very grateful for all of the kindness shown to us, in what are especially challenging times for so many. 

“We would like to thank everyone who has reached out to us and have kept our hopes up and our spirits high. 

“We will remember Billy’s life with a smile and miss his gentle ways, smiling face and auburn hair. His death has left a huge hole in our family.” 

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