The devastated family of a “loving” 56-year-old man who was killed in East London has paid tribute to him.

Franklin Francis, from Newham , was found unresponsive by police officers in Palmerston Road, Forest Gate, after receiving reports of a fight breaking out.

Mr Francis was taken to the hospital shortly after the incident at 3.50pm on Tuesday, November 25. He sadly died two days later.

Two men, 56 and 24, were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and have been released on bail while the officers continue to carry out the investigation.

A photo of Mr Francis has now been released by the Metropolitan Police.

According to Mr Francis's heartbroken family: "Franklin was a loving member of the family whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew him.

“His abs

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