Men charged with murder of 'much-loved' dad

Police were called to Strawberry Dale in Harrogate on Sunday night

Two men have been charged with the murder of a "much-loved" dad in Harrogate.

North Yorkshire Police were called to a flat on Strawberry Dale at about 23:00 BST on Sunday to reports of an incident.

Paul Tillet, 56, was pronounced dead at the scene and two men, aged 26 and 34, were arrested on suspicion of murder.

The men, who were charged earlier today, are due to appear at York Magistrates' Court tomorrow.

'Truly missed'

A third man in his 40s has been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Releasing a statement through the police, Mr Tillet's family said: "Paul, you were a much-loved son, dad, brother and uncle, who will be truly missed and forever in our hearts.

"You will never be forgotten. Sleep tight, we love you."

Mr Tillet's daughter added her father's life had ended "way too soon" and he would be "missed dearly".

"He brought me up with so much love and respect and I'll always remember the great moments we shared," she said.

"I'll forever miss him, and I hold him close to my heart, and be devastated on the things he'll miss throughout my life. I hope he is at peace."

Det Ch Insp Tim Bentley said the family was being supported by specialist officers.

Despite the charges being laid, North Yorkshire Police said the investigation would continue and officers still wanted to hear from anybody with information.

The force has made a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct due to previous contact with the victim.

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