HEARTFELT tributes have poured in for a Failsworth dad whose body was found in Collyhurst as two men are charged with his murder.

Ashley Walsh, 34, was last seen on Kintore Walk in Collyhurst at around 11pm on Friday, January 7.

Police launched a search and a body, which has been formally identified as Ashley's, was found in a wooded area of Sandhills Park in Collyhurst.

Aaron Evitt, 33, of Brentnor Road, Manchester, and Gerrard McGlacken, 45, of Kintore Walk, Manchester, were charged with his murder.

Both men appeared at Manchester Magistrates’ Court yesterday and have been remanded into custody ahead of an appearance at Manchester Crown Court on Thursday. 

A 30-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice and has since been released on bail.

In a short statement, Ashley’s family said: “Ashley, you have been tragically taken from us and our lives will never be the same.

"He was a loving son, brother and father that was loved by so many and will be deeply missed.

"Rest in peace Ashley, you will be forever in our hearts."

In a post on Facebook Helen Walsh wrote: “Our hearts are broken, RIP beautiful boy.”

In a separate Facebook post, James Pearson wrote: “We never had any bad times all we did was laugh. My only true best mate you were always there when I needed you and now, you’re gone. Feel like I’ve just lost a part of me. Fly high mate, I love you with all my heart”.

The news of Ashley’s tragic death has been met by a flood of condolences.

One person wrote on Facebook: “I'm going to miss him so much. He was such an amazing guy.”

A second said: “R.I.P he used to go to school with me. Tragic.”

A third added: “Rest in peace Ashley you will be forever in our hearts. Gone far too soon but god only takes the best. Our thoughts are with his family at this very sad time.”

Another simple said: "Absolutely heartbreaking".

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 6377 quoting log number 1819 of 12 January 12, 2022.

Information can also be reported online or by using the Live Chat function on the GMP website.

Those who cannot report online can call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.