The body of a man found in Wigan on Cridsy
was the subject of a fatal gunshot wound and an acid attack.
Police released the identity of 38 year old father Liam Smith yesterday.
Police are working tirelessly to establish the exact details of this murder, which took place in unique and shocking circumstances on a quiet residential street.
Following examination and tests, the hazardous substances are believed to not pose any further harm, threat or risk to the public in the surrounding area and have been contained.
Police are reminding people who had direct contact with the body at the time they should still speak to officers or seek medical advice immediately.
It is important that the public do no approach or contact anyone they suspect of being involved in this offence.
Anyone with information should instead use the contact details below if they witness something or have witnessed anything unusual, including between the times of 8am and 7pm on Thursday 24 November on Kilburn Drive.
Detective Chief Inspector Gina Brennand from GMP’s Major Incident Team who is leading this investigation said; “This is a shocking murder of a much-loved family man. I have a team of detectives working around the clock and I urge anyone who has seen anything unusual or out of the ordinary near to the victim’s home during the day and early evening of Thursday 24 November to contact the Major Incident Room. This is the first fatal shooting in the Manchester area for over two years and we are determined to recover the weapon and find Liam’s killer.”
Specialist officers are taking precautions surrounding this incident and please do not be alarmed when they are seen in the area wearing protective clothing, as mentioned before this is purely precautionary as per the standard procedure at the scene.
GMP will continue to issue updates when more information is available.
Paying tribute to him, Liam’s family said in a brief statement:
“Liam was kind hearted, funny, the life and soul of the party. He was the most devoted dad, much loved son, brother, grandson and uncle. He will sorely be missed by all who knew and loved him.”
Liam’s family have now asked for continued privacy whilst they grieve for their loss.
