Murder case of jeweller shot dead in bath 35 years ago reopened by police

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Despite police interviewing more than 11,000 people, no-one has ever been charged with the 36-year-old’s murder and Mr Haywood’s heartbroken mother went to her grave never knowing who killed her son. In a statement issued through police, Mr Haywood’s sister said: “We cannot express enough the huge impact Ricky’s death has had on us. “We pray this new appeal will urge someone to come forward and hopefully after all these years find justice and closure.” open image in gallery Richard Haywood was killed in his flat above Ambiance Jewellers on Shirley Road in Southampton, Hampshire, on 16 October 1989 Detective Inspector Elizabeth Brunt, who is now leading the investigation, urged anyone with information about Ricky’s shooting to do the right thing and come forward. “Your help is needed and now is the time to communicate what you know, either directly, anonymously or through a third party - doing nothing is no longer an option.” Beth Simpson, regional manager for Crimestoppers, said: “Ricky’s heartbroken family still don’t have answers or justice.