Disabled man found stabbed to death in Bury flat

Kevin Field

A disabled man has been found stabbed to death at his flat in Bury.

Kevin Fielding, who had suffered multiple stab wounds was found dead on Monday morning at his home on Cameron Street.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is being questioned by police.

The 41-year old victim suffered from Asperger's Syndrome and epilepsy, but with the support of social services and family he lived independently.

He is believed to have had an active social life, going out often with the help of social services.

It is thought he may have been dead for several days before his body was discovered. Kevin failed to attend a group outing to Manchester last Friday.

Detective Superintendent Julian Ross, of Greater Manchester Police's Major Incident Team, said: "Kevin appears to be a completely innocent victim, stabbed to death in his own home.

"There is no clear motive for this brutal attack.

"Kevin kept to himself and just got on with his life but, for some reason, someone has chosen to take that life away.

"We need to work out Kevin's movements prior to his death and I would ask if anyone has seen him in the last few days to please get in touch.

"This was a senseless attack on an innocent man and we are working hard to find the person responsible but we need the public's help."

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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