Sheffield man found shot dead in Ecclesall Woods named by police
Police have identified 38-year-old Ryan Kettlewell as the man found shot dead in Sheffield's Ecclesall Woods. Two individuals arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on bail as the investigation continues.
Why it matters
The case highlights a serious violent crime investigation in the UK, drawing public attention to local safety and police efforts to solve a homicide.
Image source, South Yorkshrie Police Image caption, The body of Ryan Kettlewell was found in Ecclesall Woods, in Sheffield, on Wednesday
A man found shot dead in a woodland in Sheffield has been named by police.
The body of Ryan Kettlewell, 38, from Sheffield, was found in Ecclesall Woods on Wednesday.
In a statement released through South Yorkshire Police, his family described him as a "lovable character who will be missed".
A 34-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man who were arrested in Manchester on Thursday on suspicion of murder have since been bailed.
His family added: "We will always continue to love him and will miss him greatly."
Police said the body was discovered by a member of the public at about 18:45 BST.
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