Murder probe grandfather was 'kind and selfless'

The family of a man whose death prompted a murder inquiry have described him as "kind and selfless".

Alfred Langley, 77, was found dead inside a house on Clipsley Lane in Haydock on 29 October.

His family said he had "touched the lives of everyone he met with his selfless acts of kindness".

Peter Langley, 33, of Clipsley Lane, Haydock, has been charged with murder.

In a tribute issued by Merseyside Police, Mr Langley's family said Alfred was a "beloved husband, dad, grandad, great-grandad, brother, uncle and friend".

He was "always there, whether that meant running someone to a hospital appointment, welding a new gate or stepping in as a childminder".

They added: "He loved holidays, rugby league and trips to the caravan.

"His legacy will live on through his family, who loved him so dearly."

Merseyside Police said the family are being supported by specialist officers.

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