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A dad was stabbed to death outside his own home as he confronted a gang of yobs.

This morning shocked friends and neighbours described Mike Grimshaw as an 'amazing man' and 'fantastic gentleman' who would ‘do anything for anyone’.

The 34-year-old died when he was stabbed in the neck outside his home in Trafford, Greater Manchester on Thursday night.

Witnesses said he was attacked after confronting men who were causing trouble in the street, reports the Manchester Evening News .

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Mr Grimshaw collapsed and fell to the ground after the assault, according to witnesses.

Neighbours battled to save him while waiting for paramedics to arrive.

Matthew Griffiths tried to resuscitate his friend.

He described Mr Grimshaw as a ‘top lad’.

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Mr Griffiths said: “He was such a clever young man, a top lad and fantastic gentleman who would change your life. He changed mine from the moment I met him.

“Mike moved here about two years ago and was popular with everyone.

'He was an amazing man, would always be there to help, and would do anything for anyone.

“He loved his kids, idolised them and was a brilliant dad.

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“He didn’t deserve this, any of it.”

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Another neighbour, who did not want to be named, said the community was in shock over what had happened.

“He was such a nice guy, we’re such a close-knit community, everyone liked him,” they added.

Detectives and CSI arrived at the scene in Royton Avenue, Sale early on Friday morning and a forensic tent was still in place on the street.

A white lily was placed just inside the cordon by friends.

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Police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

Det Insp Mark Astbury said: “Initial enquiries suggest the man was beckoned into the road by three other men and a short scuffle ensued before the fatal stab wound was inflicted.

“In the space of minutes, the lives of this man’s family have been turned upside down and his children have been left without a daddy so I’m urging anyone who either witnessed the incident itself or has information that would help us, to get in contact.

“We will always treat information with the strictest of confidence and you can pass information to us anonymously but please, do it as a matter of urgency.”

Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting reference number 2327 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.