A man who died in hospital over the Easter bank holiday weekend has been named locally as 'Danny.'
Police were called to concerns about a man acting "erratic" at around 8.25am on Monday, April 10 on Bedford Road, Bootle. Officers confirmed that the man was taken to hospital where he died.
The man was believed to have suffered a medical episode, according to officers. Tributes have since been paid to the man, named as Danny by friends and family.
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Vicky Delish Ward left a comment on the ECHO Facebook page which read: "Rip Danny mate thinking of all of your family, can't believe it, so sorry for your loss." Lauren Hughes added: "Rest in peace Danny thinking of the family at this very sad time."
Danny has been described as "such a lovely lad" and a "top fella" in other tributes left. Mary Tosney added: "So heart breaking for all his family, such a lovely lad." While Michael Taylor said: "Rip Dan, miss the poker nights top fella."
Paula Tillman said: "So sorry for your loss, thinking of you and all the family at this sad time." On the ECHO website, one user commented: "Rest in peace Danny, gone far too young bro."
The matter has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) due to the police contact prior to the man being taken to hospital. Anyone with information which could assist with enquiries is asked to DM @MerPolCC or call 101 quoting log 217 of 10th April.
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