Police are offering a £10,000 reward in a fresh bid to find the killers of Sean Finnan.
A new appeal has been launched on the eighth anniversary of the 22-year-old’s death following an attack in Stockbridge Village on January 5, 2009.
Sean was violently assaulted by a group of men in Barons Hey, during which he was stabbed and severely beaten before dying in hospital just four days later.
He had been looking for a bicycle which had been stolen from his younger brother before he was assaulted by the gang.
The bike was later recovered in woodland near to Little Wood Lodge between the M57 motorway and the B5194 road.
Sean’s mum Rose has spoken for the first time in a bid to prompt people to come forward with leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for his death.
She said: “Sean was a caring, loyal and one in a million son who loved his family and friends.
“He was kind and thoughtful and we are heartbroken we will never see his smiling face again.
“The fact his killers remain at large compounds our grief and we maintain our belief there are people who have information in relation to Sean’s death who have not come forward.
“I appeal to the people of Liverpool, and especially the residents of Barons Hey in Stockbridge Village, to examine their conscience and contact the police if they have any information in relation to the attack on Sean.
“Your call to the police could be the piece of the puzzle which will assist the police with their investigation in bringing his killers to justice.”
Detective Superintendent Mark Guinness, said, “Eight years have passed since Sean was brutally murdered and his family can’t rest until those responsible for the cowardly attack are brought to justice.
“Sean’s parents, Rose and Joe, cannot move on until the offenders are caught.
“Someone out there knows exactly who is responsible for his murder would like to take this opportunity to appeal for anyone who knows any information about the circumstances surrounding the death of Sean Finnan.
“We are particularly keen to talk to anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area, at the time of the assault, to come forward and help us with our enquiries.
“We firmly believe that the answers lie within the local community and someone knows who is responsible for this terrible act, which has left a family devastated. It’s not too late to come forward.
“I would even appeal to those involved in the attack to search their consciences.
“Allegiances can change over time and you may even regret your involvement in the attack on the night.
“A £10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the murder.”
Merseyside Police is continuing to appeal for witnesses and anyone with any information is asked to call 0151 777 8603 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.