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Woman charged with Old Swan man’s death

A woman has been charged with murder after a man died on an Old Swan street.

Emergency services were called to Rock Grove at around 8.55pm on Monday to reports that a 39-year-old suffered ‘significant injuries’ from a stabbing.

Attending police officers attempted to the victim, who was subsequently identified as Dylan Bacon, CPR but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A post mortem has been carried out and the 39-year-old’s cause of death has been confirmed as stab wound to the chest.

Detectives confirmed that Learna Cheng being charged with his murder. The 25-year-old was remanded in custody to appear in court on Wednesday.

Mr Bacon’s family have paid tribute to him, saying: “Dylan was loved by everyone in Old Swan. You couldn’t think about the Swan without Dylan coming to mind.

“He had the most infectious smile and energy. He was gifted with the bluest eyes and dimples, and was always available for a picture!

“The stories of Dylan will live on, we love you so much ‘One kiss is all it takes’.”

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to DM @MerPolCC on Twitter or call 101 with reference 22000179828.

You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or contact them via their online form.