Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Thornaby death
Family of victim James Stokoe pay tribute
Last updated 17th May 2020
A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a man at Thornaby-On-Tees on Friday (15th May).
Police were called to reports of a man with serious injuries in a car on Trenchard Avenue around 2.20pm - he died at the scene.
The victim's been named as 40 year old James Stokoe from Thornaby whose family have paid tribute.
A statement released via Cleveland Police reads, "James was a much loved husband, father, son and son-in-law.
"He was a treasured friend to so many people.
"James was a wonderfully kind and gentle person.
"There are no words to express our sadness."
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