First picture of Birmingham city centre stabbing victim Katie Fox after tragic bus stop attack

This is the first picture of a tragic stab victim who was knifed in an 'unprovoked attack' near a bus stop in Birmingham city centre.

Katie Fox suffered a serious injury to her neck along Smallbrook Queensway, shortly before 9pm, on Friday, November 7.

The 34-year-old was rushed to hospital where she later tragically died, West Midlands Police confirmed today, Monday, November 10.

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Tributes have flooded in for Katie with many saying her death is "heartbreaking".

Another social media post read: "This is absolutely devastating to hear! Poor lady was in the wrong place at the wrong time.".

A different user said: "Devastating news. I so hoped she would pull through.. How can any family get their head around losing a loved one in such a traumatic way for absolutely no reason whatsoever, sending love to all who knew her, may she rest in peace."

Cathy Crossley, from Arts All Over The Place, (AAOTP), posted on Facebook: "Tragic news today that Katie Fox, partner of Gary Morris died after being stabbed on Friday Evening in Birmingham.

"She was a friend of AAOTP for many years, and attended several events. we are all devastated and send so much love and support to Gary Morris, who is base player in our band ADHD."

In a statement, West Midlands Police said: "A woman has sadly died after a stabbing in Birmingham on Friday night.

"A 34-year-old was taken to hospital with a serious injury to her neck after she was stabbed on Smallbrook Queensway shortly before 9pm. She has since tragically died in hospital.

"Our thoughts are with her loved ones and specially trained investigators are supporting her family.

"Djeison Rafael aged 21, has been charged in relation to the incident and has been remanded to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court this morning.

"Following the victim’s death, an application will made to amend the charges to reflect the change in the victim’s condition.

"Extra officers will be around Birmingham city centre to offer reassurance as we understand this is a worrying incident.

"We are still keen to hear from anyone who knows more about what happened or the movements of Rafael, who we believe was wearing an all-grey tracksuit, black hat, trainers and rucksack on Friday evening (7 November).

"Get in touch with us via 101 quoting log 5503 of 7 November or send in your evidence via our Major Incident Public Portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/20HQ25C21-PO1."