A DEVOTED DAD, A LOVING SON
Family pay tribute to stabbing victim Gavin
THE devastated family of alleged murder victim Gavin Moon have opened their hearts to pay tribute to the “devoted dad”.
Northumbria Police officially named him as his loved ones told of their heartache.
Gavin, 31, of Washington, was found at an address on Trafalgar Road shortly after 2pm on Tuesday, January 8.
Emergency services attended and found the victim had sustained a fatal stab wound.
A murder investigation was subsequently launched by detectives from the Homicide and Major Enquiries Team (HMET) and enquiries are ongoing.
Today, Gavin’s family paid tribute to him.
They said: “Gavin was a devoted dad to his children and a loving son. His unexpected loss has hit us hard.
They also added that they are trying to “come to terms with Gavin’s death” at this “incredibly difficult time”.
Officers have spoken to a number of individuals in connection with the investigation and a 28-year-old man remains in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of murder.
A 24-year-old man has been released with no further action to be taken.
Detective Chief Inspector John Bent, of Northumbria Police, said: “Our thoughts are with Gavin’s family at this incredibly difficult time, and specialist officers continue to offer them any support they need.
“We are committed to finding out the circumstances behind Gavin’s death, and an experienced team of detectives continue to map a chronology of events which ultimately led to this tragic incident.” Gavin Moon
Superintendent Paul Milner added: “My message to the community is one of reassurance. Crimes of this type are not common in this area, and we will continue to leave no stone unturned in this investigation.
“Deaths such as this have an inevitable impact on the local community, and an increased police presence will remain in the area as officers carry out enquiries and reassure members of the public.”
Friends also paid tribute to Gavin on Facebook.
Paige Makel wrote on her page: “Rip uncle Mooney you were the uncle I never had but always wanted until I met you and you became that uncle I will always remember you and forever miss you Mooney the one and only top dog. Love you big time.”
Tracy M Bates posted: “Thinking of all his family and Jordan and her family at this sad time hope they get who is responsible for this poor man’s life r.i.p xx”
Sharon Cooper wrote: “Thoughts are with this young man’s family, very sad.”
Angela Kehoe Smith said: “How sad, so young RIP.”
Liz Readman added: “So very sad x”
Jules Barkel posted: “So sad R.I.P.” Gemma Wilson wrote: “Rip beautiful boy xxx”
Stacey Mitchell said: “My thoughts are with the family and friends. So sad x”
Tracy M Bates posted: “Thinking of all his family at this sad time r.i.p xx”
Hayley Smith wrote: “RIP lovely young lad.”
Linda Walshaw posted: “So very sad thoughts are with his family xx”
Fiona Walmsley said: “...a belter young lad whom didn’t deserve this God bless and God bless his family hope they get justice for this young man so sad R.I.P.”