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The heartbroken family of a 51-year-old woman stabbed to death on her way to meet her mum for a coffee have spoken of her “horrific” last moments.
Michelle Hodgkinson, 51, was walking through Droylsden, Greater Manchester, when she was attacked by a man.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services she passed away at the scene.
Investigating officers from Greater Manchester Police Major Incident Team have arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
He has since been detained under the Mental Health Act.
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Now Michelle’s family have released a tribute. They said: “Everyone who knows Michelle is in utter shock at the attack she endured and how horrific her last moments were.
Police at the crime scene on Friday afternoon (MEN MEDIA)“Our Shelly B was the most amazing, loving, selfless and funny daughter, mother, mother-in-law, sister, auntie and most recently a nanna.
“It was a privilege to have been known and loved by her. She loved helping people in her community and was known for volunteering as an appropriate adult, her charity work and loved creating hampers to make people smile.
"She would be there for anyone and the day she was taken from us, she was doing just that - walking to meet her mum to take her shopping and to go for a coffee.
“Our family and friends are heartbroken. In one moment our world has crumbled and will never be the same.
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder (MEN MEDIA)“We will support each other, and we thank and appreciate the love and support shown by our family and friends.
“Please hold your loved ones close, tell them you love them and make memories.
“Words cannot describe how much she will be missed. Our biggest cheerleader, our confidant, our rock – she will never be forgotten.
“We love you to the moon and back [and[ love you forever and always.
“We'll do everything we can to get justice.”
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Chief Superintendent Phil Davies, Tameside’s District Commander, added: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the victim as well as with the community who have been deeply affected by this incident.
“We are determined to find answers and bring the person responsible to justice.
"I appeal to anyone who saw or heard anything to come forward and if you have any information to assist our investigation – no matter how small it may seem - please share it with the police."