Man due in court charged with Seacombe murder of John Boyd

Nov 30 2009 by Lyndsay Young, Liverpool Echo

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Mr Boyd was described by family and friends as “kind” and a “one in a million”.

Another friend said he was “one of the nicest people” she knew.

A Facebook message, from Sue Trevitt, said: “Such a lovely person to be taken away from family and friends so early in life.

“Loads of memories of him, from the early days playing with my kids laughing and joking never a dull moment when John was in the room.”

Another from Kerry Smith said: “Gonna miss your fab smile and your wave when you pass my window. You will be greatly missed sweetheart. Have lovely dreams, sleep well John.”

It is believed Mr Boyd died after a fight broke out in a house in Birkenhead Road which spilled out on to the street.

It happened at around 5pm, close to the small terraced house where John lived, a few doors away from the corner of Corbyn Street and opposite the waste water treatment works.

Mr Boyd was taken to Arrowe Park hospital where he later died.

Forensic examinations were carried out at the scene. CCTV footage was also being scoured for clues.

Anyone with information is asked to call Wirral CID on 0151 777 2264 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.