The family of a man stabbed to death in Corringham has paid tribute to their “loving and kind” son.
Bhekisipho Mudise Dube, known locally as Marcus Harper, was found with stab wounds in Queen Elizabeth Drive last month.
He was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
His family said: “We are heartbroken at the unexpected death of Bhekisipho.
“He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, who lifted everyone’s spirits.
“He was very polite, respectful, kind, loving and softly spoken and his smile lit up a room.
“Bhekisipho will forever be in our hearts and he will be sadly missed.
“We would like to thank all the officers, paramedics and everyone who helped Bhekisipho for all their hard work, attention and care shown to him and to us, and for working around the clock.
“We would also like to thank the community for their support and for assisting the police and the investigation team with information.
“We ask that we are given privacy to come to terms with this tragic news as we come to terms with our loss.”
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Tags: Essex, Corringham
