A 44-year-old man has died following an assault over the weekend in Boothstown.
He died in hospital last night (Tuesday December 17) after being injured on Irvine Avenue at around 8.15pm on Sunday.
Police were speaking to residents today and appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
A 22-year-old man has since been arrested in connection with the death.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Davis, from GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “Our deepest condolences are with the victim’s family who have sadly lost a loved one and we are continuing to support them at this time.
“You will see an increased visibility of officers in the area while we manage the scene and speak to the community as we carry out our investigations.”
DCI Davis continued: “If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to them.
“Our investigation is in the early stages, but we would like to speak to anyone who may know more about the incident.
“Were you in the area of Irvine Avenue, Leigh Road and Simpson Road on Sunday evening, or have information that could help us?”
He added: “Please get in touch with us with any information, CCTV, dashcam or phone footage. Any information will be handled with the utmost sensitivity and confidentiality. ”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting log number 2876 of 15/12/2024, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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