Detectives investigating the death of ‘devoted’ dad Vincent McDonagh have charged a man with murder. Lee Francis Burns has been remanded in police custody, Greater Manchester Police has announced tonight (November 12).
The 38-year-old, of Worsley Street, Oldham, is due to appear in Tameside Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday). Officers were called out to reports of a man unconscious in the street on Abbey Hills Road, Oldham, at around 11.55pm last Thursday, November 9.
Officers found Vincent, who died a short time later. Police are continuing to investigate his death and are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with video footage, to come forward.
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In a tribute released earlier today, Vincent’s fiancé Demi said: “Vinny was an amazing fiancé, a loving dad and devoted family man. He was kind and helpful to everyone and nothing was ever too much to ask.
“He loved his little boy to pieces, he doted on him and would always make sure his had everything. He loved his music and would always sing to me and his little boy, he was always making jokes and was the life of the party.
“He was from a big family in Ireland and had six brothers and seven sisters, and would always speak about their memories and his love for his dad Barney.” Demi added: “He will be missed so much, and we don’t know how to go on without him.
“We always used to say we loved each other to the moon and stars and now I won’t hear that from him again.” Information can be passed on to GMP by calling 101 quoting log 3909 of November 9, 2023. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
William Turner is a seasoned U.K. correspondent with a deep understanding of domestic affairs. With a passion for British politics and culture, he provides insightful analysis and comprehensive coverage of events within the United Kingdom.
