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The heartbroken family of a dad who was stabbed to death in Manchester have paid tribute to him after a 16-year-old was arrested on suspicion of murder.
Greater Manchester Police officers were called to reports of an unconscious man at a flat on Samuel Street in Atherton, Greater Manchester, just after 6pm on Friday. A murder investigation was launched after the victim, today named as Paul Marsh, tragically died.
His family released a statement through the force and paid tribute to Mr Marsh saying he was "loved unconditionally". They added: "Paul was our son, brother, partner and father and he was loved unconditionally.
Police were called to Samuel Street in Atherton on Friday (MEN MEDIA)"Paul’s death is beyond comprehension, and we cannot believe that he has died in such a violent and tragic way. Paul will be remembered for many things not least, his laughter, loyalty, and sense of fun. Paul will not be forgotten, and our world is a sadder place without him in it."
Following the incident, a 22-year-old man was arrested on the scene on suspicion of murder. He was released and faces no further action.
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Police confirmed today that a 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday evening. He remains in custody for questioning by detectives, reports the Manchester Evening News.
A cordon was put in place as police carried out investigations on Samuel Street on Friday. The street, on an estate, is a mixture of terraced housing and flats, with a witness saying the "whole block" was cordoned off for "forensics" at the time.
Investigations focused on just one flat in the complex. One source claimed the man involved was attacked inside the flat, but that was not confirmed by force detectives.
Greater Manchester Police detectives launched a murder investigation (MEN MEDIA)Residents said police arrived just after 6pm and the man's body was taken away in a private ambulance just before midnight ahead of a post-mortem examination. Detectives are continuing to urge anyone with CCTV, mobile phone, Ring doorbell or dashcam footage to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Higginson said previously that police patrols have been stepped up. He said: "The thoughts of the entire investigation team remain with the victim's family at this time.
"We are committed to getting answers for them and establishing what occurred. I understand people will be concerned when they hear of news of what has happened, but I would like to reassure you that we have a number of additional resources deployed to identifying the person responsible.
"We are treating this as a murder investigation and it is believed that the man was stabbed. We are carrying out multiple lines of enquiry and are also appealing to anyone with information about this incident to make a report to police."
DCI Higginson added: "You can make a report by calling 101, quoting 2727 of 17/11/2023. Alternatively, you can make a report anonymously by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."