The family of a man who died after sustaining serious injuries have paid tribute to the "gentle giant."
Billy Moore died after being rushed to hospital on the evening of Thursday, December 22 after recieving serious injuries at an address in Yardley Avenue, Warrington. James Ireland, 41, of Lodge Lane, Bewsey and Whitecross has since been charged with murder after the incident, and is due to appear in court later this year.
Billy was 31 when he died. In a touching tribute released today, his family said: "Billy was a loving son, brother and friend.
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"All who knew him would say that he was a gentle giant with a kind soul. We are devastated that he has been taken from us so young and in such a senseless way.
"Losing a loved one at any time is difficult but so suddenly and during Christmas has been unbearable. We would like to offer our extended thanks to all the emergency services that attended the scene and tried to help Billy as well as the officers who have been working tirelessly over Christmas to bring those accountable to justice.
"Billy, we will love you until the next life."
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