Paul Massey Enjoys Funfair with Grandkids Before Fatal Shooting

Paul Massey, known as Salford's 'Mr Big', was photographed enjoying a funfair ride with his three grandsons just weeks before his murder in July 2015. This seemingly carefree moment was overshadowed by a serious threat to his life, which police had attempted to communicate to him four weeks prior. However, the warning was not delivered directly to Massey, as officers reported no response at his home and were instructed to leave the document in the letterbox. His family believes that had he received the warning, he would have taken precautions to protect himself and his loved ones. Massey's daughter, Kelly, expressed her concerns about the police's handling of the threat, emphasizing that her father would never have risked taking his grandchildren to a public fair if he had been aware of the danger. At the time, Salford was experiencing a gang war, with escalating violence and shootings. Kelly has since been advocating for an independent investigation into the police's knowledge of the threats against her father, seeking answers about the circumstances leading to his death. The Greater Manchester Police acknowledged the pain caused by Massey's death and stated their commitment to cooperate with the upcoming inquest review. The family is determined to uncover the truth about the police's actions and the intelligence they had regarding the threats to Massey’s life. This tragic incident highlights the importance of effective communication between law enforcement and individuals facing threats, as well as the potential consequences of failing to deliver critical information in a timely manner.