The family of Matthew Drummond pay tribute to him

Matthew Drummond

Police were called to farmland off Heywood Old Road, Middleton to a report of a serious work-related incident shortly before 2.30pm on Friday 8 April and found a man, who has been formally identified as 28-year-old Matthew, had been seriously injured. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

A 67-year-old man was also injured during the incident. He was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.

A joint investigation between Greater Manchester Police and the Health and Safety Executive is ongoing to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the man’s death.

Matthew's family said:  “Matthew's death has left us all devastated. Matthew was a hardworking man who loved to work outdoors.

“Matthew was always happy to be working with machines and we take some comfort from the fact that he died doing what he loved.

“Matthew was a loving dad to his children and a fantastic husband, son and brother.

“Matthew refused to grow up, he was always the joker and he loved life. We will all miss him forever.

“The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support and would now like some time to grieve privately and remember Matthew.”