A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a "much-loved family man".
The 30-year-old man was detained by police today, July 7, in Longsight following the death of Fintan McDwyer on Monday.
Police officers were called to an address on Platt Lane, Fallowfield on the day, with a man, Fintan, being pronounced dead at the scene.
Now officers are investigating and are asking for anyone with information to come forward.
Detective Inspector Lee Shaw of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: "This is a shocking murder of a much-loved family man. As the investigation progresses at pace, we have specially trained officers who have been deployed to support them and keep them updated throughout the investigation.
“Our investigation is moving quickly, and we continue to work round the clock to capture a picture of what happened to Fintan.
"I ask anyone who may have seen something suspicious in the area that evening to come forward and know that information will be treated with the strictest confidence. Information could benefit our investigation massively, so please do not stay silent.
“If you have any information or footage that could assist our investigation into this incident, please contact GMP on 0161 856 5415 quoting log 695 of 1/7/24.
“A dedicated portal has been set up and information, CCTV, dashcam, doorbell and phone images and footage can be submitted through the Major Incident Public Portal here: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk).
“You can also report information via www.gmp.police.uk or through the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously – on 0800 555 111.”
Fintan McDwyer (Image: GMP)
His family paid tribute to Fintan earlier this week, saying: “Monday, July 1 was the day that we lost our dad, grandad, brother and uncle and our lives have since been turned upside down.
“Our whole family is grieving the loss of Fintan. Our hearts are broken and will remain forever so, but the love we learned from Fintan will give us the strength to try and move forwards in our life without him.
“Fintan was our own gentle giant, with a calm and reassuring presence. He had the most wonderful, soft, Irish lilt.
“He was a true gentleman, had a wonderful sense of humour, and always had a twinkle in his eye."
The statement adds: “Fintan lost his beloved wife, Tracy, 20 years ago and she would be so proud of Fintan for the way he brought up his family. Just a few weeks ago he spent time with us in Blackpool in the caravan.
“He was a quiet man, who was very shy with such a dry sense of humour that we all loved so much. He loved his TV quizzes and was a big sports fan. Fintan loved his dog, Sammy, and was often seen with her walking her around the local area and parks.
“There isn’t anyone who would say a bad word about Fintan, and it breaks our hearts that he has been denied years to be with his sons and grandchildren.
“He will never be forgotten, and he will continue to hold a very special place in our hearts. We always know he will be watching over us. Rest easy Fintan.
“We would like to thank family, friends, neighbours and the local community for the kind words we have received, and now request privacy as we grieve as a family.”
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