Tributes paid to Wigan woman found dead in murder inquiry

Caroline Gore was described as a "dearly-loved mum, daughter and sister"

The family of a woman who was found dead in her flat have paid tribute to the "dearly-loved mum".

Caroline Gore, 44, was found by police who were called to the home in Douglas House, Wigan, on Monday evening.

Greater Manchester Police said she was last seen leaving the Dog and Partridge pub in Wallgate just before 23:00 GMT on Sunday.

A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is continuing to be questioned.

The precise cause of Ms Gore's death has not been revealed.

Ms Gore was last seen leaving a pub in Wigan on Sunday night

Ms Gore's family said she was "a dearly-loved mum, daughter and sister" and they were left "heartbroken and saddened".

They said: "At this time we as a family ask for privacy and show respect for Caroline and her memory.

"We ask that members of the public allow the police to conduct the investigation into the passing of Caroline and that any information is passed to them."

Anyone with information is being asked to contact the force.

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