Family tribute as stab victim is named by police

Police have named the victim as 26-year-old Patrice Che, from Bedford

The family of a man who died following a stabbing have paid a heartfelt tribute tributes to their "son, a father, husband, and playmate".

Bedfordshire Police launched a murder investigation following the incident in Brereton Road, off Midland Road in Bedford, just before 03:00 GMT on 5 November.

The victim has been named as 26-year-old Patrice Che, from Bedford.

His mother said: "With my eyes filled with tears, I am deeply saddened by the passing of my pearl".

Mr Che died at a property on Brereton Road, Bedford, on 5 November

She continued: "Patrice is his name, but I called him Pat—my son, a father, husband, and playmate.

"As you journey beyond your home, I pray that your next steps are peaceful. May our cherished memories bring me comfort and strength during this unimaginably difficult time.

"May your love, laughter, and legacy live on in our hearts. My son’s journey on earth has ended; sleep well with the angels by your side.

"I will forever miss you, my dear son, Patrice. Grief is the price I pay for loving you.

"'But our citizenship is in heaven."

Tyreese Kamau, 25, of Rutland Road, Bedford, was charged with murder on 8 November in connection with the incident.