The family of a Rotherham man who passed away 25 October have formally revealed his identity. 

Paul Sharp, 52, (pictured) sadly died after being found with serious injuries at a property on Redscope crescent. 

Mr Sharp’s family said in a statement to South Yorkshire Police: “Paul’s death has brought deep sadness and is even more shocking due to the tragic circumstances.

“As a family, we kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this difficult time, and we hope that justice is secured for him.”

A post mortem examination revealed Paul Sharp was stabbed. 

Two men and a woman were arrested aged 46, 43 and 42, on suspicion of murder. 

The investigation is ongoing, anyone with any information that could aid the investigation should contact South Yorkshire Police via the online portal or calling 101 and quoting the incident number 153.