MOVING tributes have been paid to a man who died in an alleyway as four men were arrested on suspicion of murder.
Paul Stewart Miller, 30, died following an incident in the North Yorkshire village of New Marske on Friday evening.
Officers were called to the area, between Dale Street and Arthur Terrace, just after 8pm on Friday after paramedics reported a man had suffered serious injuries.
Despite efforts to save him, Paul was tragically pronounced dead at the scene just over an hour later.
Four men have been arrested on suspicion of murder as police continue to probe the circumstances surrounding his death.
A 37-year-old man who was initially arrested on suspicion of murder has since been released on bail with conditions.
Later, on Sunday evening, three men, who are all aged 19, were arrested on suspicion of murder and remained in police custody at the time.
The Saltburn man has been described by his devastated family as “the best son in the world”.
Paul’s family paid tribute to him in a heartbreaking statement, describing him as a much-loved son, partner and friend.
The statement read: “The best son in the world, who loved his sisters, nieces, family and friends so much.
“Paul was the best fiancé to his partner, so loving and affectionate and just so beautiful.
“He was silly and funny, but also kind and would do anything to help people.
“As the life and soul of the party, Paul would light up any room he walked in and was loved by so many people.
“We will miss him terribly.”
Chief Inspector John Bonner, of Cleveland Police, said: “Whilst I understand this incident has no doubt caused some concern in the local community, at this stage we believe this was isolated and targeted incident.
“Extensive enquiries are ongoing and I’d urge people not to speculate online whilst our investigation continues.
“There will continue to be a large police presence in the area so please if you have any concerns speak to our officers.
“If you have not yet spoken with police but have information you think may help with our investigation, please contact us on 101 number, quoting reference number 042669.
“We’d also appeal for anyone with any relevant dash cam or private CCTV footage.”
Floral tributes have now been left in the alleyway where Paul was found.
Several police vehicles also remained parked in the surrounding streets as detectives continued their investigation.
