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BBC News
5 days ago
- BBC News
Craig Foy: Man whose body was found in Heaton Park 'one of a kind'
A man whose body was found a week after he was last seen climbing a fence to get into a park where an Oasis concert was happening has been described as "one of a kind" by his family. CCTV showed Craig Foy, 40, from Bury, trying to enter Heaton Park in Manchester shortly before midnight on 26 family described him as a "beloved... son, brother, father, uncle, and friend to many". They added he was "cheeky, funny and loveable" and would be "sorely missed by all who knew him". Three men were arrested on suspicion of murder but then released to face no further action. Greater Manchester Police Det Ch Insp Jill Billington said: "A thorough investigation has been ongoing since Craig was reported missing and will continue to ensure we get Craig's family the answers they deserve."At the moment, the cause of Craig's death and the circumstances which led to it, are still to be determined pending further tests." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
The Sun
05-08-2025
- The Sun
Body found in search for missing man, 40, last seen climbing into park amid murder probe
COPS have tragically discovered a body in the search for a missing man. Craig Foy, 40, was last seen near Bury Old Road in Prestwich, Manchester, on Saturday July 26. CCTV appeared to show Craig climbing into the park on the night he vanished. Now, a body has sadly been found by cops and is believed to be Craig. The force said formal identification has not yet taken place but his family had been informed. The frantic search for Craig spanned weeks and involved teams of officers scouring Heaton Park in Prestwich after CCTV footage emerged. Three people were arrested on suspicion of murder as part of the investigation. Two have been told they will face no further action and one has been released on bail, Greater Manchester Police said. Detective Chief Inspector Jill Billington, from GMP's Serious Crime Division, said: 'The investigation remains ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to Craig's death, and to ensure that we can get the answers that his family deserve. 'We appreciate the support of the public in sharing our appeals to locate Craig and ask for his family to be given privacy, space and time to process their loss." Cops urged anyone with information which could help the investigation to come forward immediately. Police can be contacted on 101 quoting log number 917-28/7/25 or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. GMP added: "Any information can also be uploaded to our bespoke Major Incident Public Portal – that includes photos and videos. "If anyone knows anything, then please contact us." 1
Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Yahoo
Police hunting for these four men in relation to Bolton summer riots
Officers are appealing for the identity of four people in connection with the disorder in Bolton last August. Since the incidents of disorder that occurred on the streets of Bolton and Greater Manchester in July and August 2024, officers have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and media footage to identify all those responsible. Police are looking to identify these four men in connection with the disorder. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) Nationally more than 1,800 people have been arrested, with 1,110 charged. Many have been through the courts and received significant prison sentences. One year on from the disorder, police are appealing to anyone with information relating to the pictured outstanding subjects to come forward. Police are looking to identify this man in connection with the disorder. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) Detective Chief Inspector Jill Billington, from Greater Manchester Police's Serious Crime Division, said: "We've made significant progress over the past year, with our dedicated teams working tirelessly to investigate every incident and identify every person involved in the disorder that damaged our communities. Police are looking to identify this man in connection with the disorder. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) 'We arrested 165 people and charged 128 throughout Greater Manchester for the part they played in the summer's disorder, which demonstrates our unwavering commitment to justice. Police are looking to identify this man in connection with the disorder. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) 'Many of those who were charged have received substantial prison sentences. But our work doesn't end there – we continue to pursue every outstanding suspect, and we need the public's help to complete this vital work. Police are looking to identify this man in connection with the disorder. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) 'Anyone who recognises any of the pictured individuals is urged to come forward immediately. Information can be provided anonymously, and every piece of information, no matter how small, could be crucial in bringing the remaining suspects to justice.' One of the men has a notable tattoo on his hand. (Image: Greater Manchester Police) Anyone who has any information can contact police on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting Op Rotation.
BBC News
04-08-2025
- BBC News
Craig Foy: Body found after search for Bury missing man
A body has been discovered in the search for a missing man police believe could have been investigation was launched after Craig Foy, 40, of Whitefield, was last seen near Bury Old Road in Prestwich, Bury, on 26 men were arrested on suspicion of murder, with one suspect since released on bail and two others facing no further Manchester Police did not revealed where the body was found but previously said Mr Foy had been seen on CCTV climbing into Heaton Park shortly before midnight the day he went missing. The force said while formal identification has not yet taken place the body was believed to be Mr Foy's and his family had been informed. Det Ch Insp Jill Billington said: "The investigation remains ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to Craig's death, and to ensure that we can get the answers that his family deserve."We appreciate the support of the public in sharing our appeals to locate Craig and ask for his family to be given privacy, space and time to process their loss."Police are continuing to appeal for information and said material can be uploaded to a major incident public portal that allows people to submit photos and videos. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
BBC News
03-08-2025
- BBC News
Murder arrest over Bury man Craig Foy missing for a week
A person has been arrested on suspicion of murder in relation to the disappearance of a man last seen a week Foy was last seen on Bury Old Road in Prestwich, near Kenyon Lane, on 26 July, Greater Manchester Police 40-year-old left an address on King's Close in Prestwich alone and on foot just after 23:30 BST and walked in the direction of Bury Old Road. He was seen on CCTV climbing into Heaton Park shortly before force said three men had been arrested on suspicion of murder, with one suspect since released on bail and two others to face no further action. 'Come to harm' Mr Foy is described as about 5ft 5in (1.5m) tall, of slim build with dark hair that is shaved on the sides and was last seen wearing a black cap, square glasses, black T-shirt, black cargo trousers and black Nike Ch Insp Jill Billington said: "At this time we don't where Craig is, whether he's come to harm, and whether anyone else is involved."We are now focusing on Heaton Park and the surrounding area. We have officers in and around the park carrying out searches for Craig and they will remain there for several days."Any witnesses who may have seen him or spoken to him should contact police."We are also appealing for drivers with any dashcam footage that may have captured Craig's movements and ask homeowners and businesses to check their CCTV and doorbell cameras." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
