"You are truly loved Scott" - Family of man found dead in Leigh canal pay tribute
Scott Anderton was found in the Leeds Liverpool canal in Leigh on Thursday morning (25th March)
Last updated 29th Mar 2021
The family of Leigh man, Scott Anderton, say his death has left "an emptiness which can never be filled," after his body was found in the Leeds Liverpool canal.
Emergency services were called at around 7am on Thursday (25th March) - enquires have found the 33-year-old died after suffering multiple stab wounds and blunt trauma injuries.
Three teenagers have been charged with his murder.
Scott’s family have paid tribute to him, saying: “As a family we would like to thank everyone for their support and kind words in what has been the most heart breaking time of our lives.
“As you can imagine our family are still struggling to come to terms with what has happened and will never understand why someone would want to hurt Scott.
“Scott did not have a bad bone in his body and was genuinely the most caring, loving, kindest person you could meet. The love for his family meant everything to him.
“He made time for anyone he met and would always be there if anyone needed help. Even on the darkest of days Scott was always positive and had the cheekiest smile which was infectious.
“Scott was our kid!
“Our family have been robbed of a son, dad, grandson, brother, nephew and uncle. There is an emptiness which can never be filled and our family will never come to terms with their loss.
“The only comfort we can find in all this madness is knowing that he will finally be at peace with his precious baby girl back in his arms.
"You are truly loved Scott. We promise you will never be forgotten and your memory will live on so it's not goodbye forever, our kid, but just goodbye for now.
“You will forever be our diamond in the mud.”
A murder investigation by GMP’s Major Incident Team is ongoing and three teenagers remain in custody for questioning in relation to Scott’s death.
Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 9283 quoting log 477 of 25/03/21. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.