The man was found at the address on Whitstable Close last week, with a man in his 30s arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident.
Outside the home, which is surrounded by a police cordon, flowers have been laid and tributes have been left to the victim.
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Notes were left from loved ones, which said the man would be missed and that he was loved.
It also read: “Can’t believe you’re gone.”
A four-pack of John Smith’s smooth bitter was also left with several bouquets of flowers.
Police are continuing to investigate the death of the man, which is being treated as suspicious.
A man who was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary in connection with several incidents in the borough was further arrested on suspicion of murder after the man in his 70s was found dead.
Police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident to get in touch by calling 0161 856 9577 or visiting gmp.police.uk, quoting the log number 2908 of October 30, 2026.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
