Family pay tribute after Manchester woman at centre of murder investigation named

A 26-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder

Author: Alex CornsPublished 21st Oct 2026

The family of a woman found dead at an address in Manchester have paid tribute to her as a much-loved mum, nana, sister and auntie.

She has been named as 57-year-old Yvonne Kemp.

Her family have released an image of Yvonne with her partner Tom Grant.

Her family said: "Yvonne was a much-loved mum, Nana, sister and auntie, known for her caring heart, strength and kindness.

"She was the kind of person who would do anything for anyone, always putting others before herself.

"She leaves behind a family who love her dearly and memories that will be cherished forever.

"Yvonne will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who knew her."

Greater Manchester Police said officers were called to a disturbance at an address on Crondall Street shortly before 1.30pm on Monday 19th October 2026.

Emergency services attended and found the body of a woman.

Police say a 26-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder and has been detained under the Mental Health Act.

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