His death is now being treated as a murder investigation
Anthony Clemmings, also known as Tony.(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)
The family of a man who was found dead in a roof garden in Bristol has paid tribute to a “much-loved son, brother and uncle” as police confirmed his death is being treated as a murder enquiry.
A man’s body was found in a roof garden on a block of flats in Redcliff Street shortly before 8.20am on Tuesday, May 5.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
He has now been identified as 54-year-old Anthony Clemmings, known as Tony.
Avon and Somerset Police said they are treating Tony’s death as a murder enquiry at this time.
Police and forensics on scene at a building on Redcliff Street.(Image: PAUL GILLIS / Reach Plc)
Tony’s family have today shared a tribute via the police, which said his death had “come as a huge shock to us”.
The family tribute said: “Tony was a lovely man to all those that truly knew him.
“He was a much-loved son, brother and uncle and he will be greatly missed.
“His death has come as a huge shock to us and we ask for privacy as we try to come to terms with what has happened.”
A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: “Our sympathies are with Tony’s family, who are being supported by specially-trained officers.”
Tony’s death was previously being treated as suspicious, but the force has said it is now a murder enquiry.
The investigation into his death is ongoing as patrols have been carried out in the area to provide reassurance.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.
A spokesperson for the force said: “We can confirm the 54-year-old’s death is being treated as a murder enquiry led by detectives from our Major Crime Investigation Team.
“Forensic and CCTV enquiries have been carried out and our investigation into his death is progressing.
“We know this incident will cause significant concern within the community and our neighbourhood team have been carrying out patrols to provide reassurance and answer any questions.
“If you have any information regarding this incident, please call us on 101 and quote reference 5226122331, or contact us via our website.”
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