A man who was found dead in woodland in Sheffield following a suspected murder has been named by police.
The body of Ryan Kettlewell, who was 38, was discovered on Wednesday evening by a member of the public who called emergency services.
South Yorkshire Police launched a murder investigation and a post-mortem revealed that Ryan had died from a gunshot wound.
In a statement, Ryan’s family described him as a “lovable character who will be missed”.
They said: “We will always continue to love him and will miss him greatly.”
A 34-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man were arrested in Manchester on Thursday 3 September on suspicion of murder.
They have since been released on bail whilst police enquiries continue.
Police were called to Ecclesall Woods after a member of the public found Ryan’s body. Credit: ITV News
Det Ch Insp Andy Knowles said: “We are committed to finding answers of how Ryan lost his life.
“I continue to urge anyone with information about his death to get in touch, no matter how irrelevant or insignificant you believe it to be, it could be the missing piece we need.
“Our thoughts are with all those who knew and loved Ryan.”
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