Family pay tribute to Southport woman after passing at Meols Cop flats

3rd March 2025

Police have today issued a tribute on behalf of the family of Cathy Doherty, who sadly passed away aged 52 at a property in Meols Cop Road, Southport last Wednesday, 26 February.

Her family said “We are all devastated by the loss of our sister Cathy.

“She was fun loving, kind and considerate.

“She will be greatly missed by all her family.

“Please can we ask that your respect our privacy at this traumatic time.”

This incident remains an unexplained death pending further enquiries.

Two men arrested last week on suspicion of murder have been conditionally bailed.