Emergency services were called on Friday evening to an address in Gilmerton Drive in the Newton Heath area of the city, where Kailem Reece Gibson, 28, was found with stab injuries.

He was taken to hospital for treatment but died on Saturday morning. A murder investigation has been launched by Greater Manchester Police (GMP).

His family paid tribute to him in a statement published by GMP on Saturday afternoon, saying he “never hesitated to help anyone in need”.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kailem Reece Gibson, who left us on August 29 2025, at the young age of 28,” they said.

“Kailem was a deeply-loved son, brother, father, boyfriend, nephew, cousin and friend.

“He touched the lives of everyone he met with his warm smile, kind spirit and heart of gold.

“Alw

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