- Michael Selwood, known as Mikey, was found dead at around 5pm on Sunday (July 19) after being reported missing in Tameside.
- He had amassed more than 21,000 followers on one of his TikTok accounts and approximately 38,000 followers on another.
- A GMP spokesperson stated: "Sadly, officers searching for Michael found him deceased at around 5pm yesterday (19 July)."
- Tributes have poured in for Michael, with one Facebook post reading: "Rest easy Michael. Gone far too soon, you will be missed."
- Another tribute said: "My good mate Mikey had some good chats; he is a legend in my eyes. Rip my guy."
- A Facebook page has been created for a balloon release in Michael's memory on Saturday (July 25) in Dukinfield.
- Michael was a boxer and frequently posted about his bouts on social media.
- Police shared a public appeal over the weekend after Michael Selwood was reported as missing.
- No further details on the circumstances surrounding Michael's death have been released at this stage.
Michael Selwood, affectionately known as Mikey, was discovered deceased at approximately 5pm on July 19 in Tameside after being reported missing.1
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed, "Sadly, officers searching for Michael found him deceased at around 5pm yesterday (19 July)."
Selwood had a significant following on TikTok, with over 21,000 followers on one account and 38,000 on another, where he frequently shared content about his boxing career. His last post was made just six days prior to his death.
Friends and fans have expressed their grief on social media, with one tribute stating, "Rest easy Michael. Gone far too soon, you will be missed." Another friend remarked, "My good mate Mikey had some good chats; he is a legend in my eyes. Rip my guy."45
A Facebook page has been established to organize a balloon release in his memory on July 25 in Dukinfield, reflecting the impact he had on his community.6
The police have not released further details regarding the circumstances of his death, but they have assured that Michael's family is being supported during this difficult time.9
“Michael’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers at this difficult time,” a GMP spokesperson added.3
The outpouring of tributes highlights the profound loss felt by those who knew him and followed his journey online.
“TikToker Michael Selwood, known as Mikey, had amassed over 21,000 followers on one account before his death; his final post was made six days prior. A memorial balloon release has been planned for July 25 in Dukinfield, with friends describing him as a 'legend' and 'gone far too soon'.”
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