THE family of one of the victims of the Keyham shootings have spoken of their loss as the first anniversary of the tragedy approaches.
Stephen Washington, 59, was one of five people shot dead by Jake Davison on August 12 last year in Plymouth.
The grandfather was the fourth victim in Davison’s shooting spree, gunned down in front of onlookers in a park in the Keyham area of the city.
In a statement issued by Devon and Cornwall Police, his family said: “We the Washington family would like to say thank you to everyone for their kind support through the tragic events of August 12 2021.
“Our hearts and thoughts are still with the other families and survivors as we move forward towards the inquest in January.
“We miss Stephen every day and we are still struggling to come to terms with the tragic events of that fateful day.
“The grandchildren miss him dreadfully as they miss his fun and games and tickle sessions.
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