Murder victim identified and tribute released – Oxford

Following the launch of a murder investigation in Oxford, the victim was formally identified today (9/12).

Phillip Breach, aged 59, from Oxford, sadly died after an incident in Wood Farm Park on 30 November.

Specially trained officers continue to support his family.

Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Peter Clarke, of the Major Crime Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with Phillip Breach’s family at what must be an extremely difficult time for them and I would ask for their privacy to be respected.”

Mr Breach’s children; Daniella, Jordan, Tyler, Laylan and Stacey, have released the following statement: “Our dad, Phil, was simply one in a billion, you would never find another man like him.

"He was kind, so, so funny, and would help anyone, he never judged anyone, no matter if they were homeless, rich, poor etc. He didn’t care, he was just the best.

“He never let anything beat him, he was disabled and was told he wouldn’t ever walk again after a hit-and-run and he defied all the odds and was walking independently by the end of his physio!

“Everyone who knew our dad would comment on what a kind, gentle soul he was and we are so distraught that someone could hurt our dad the way they have.

“We have set up a GoFundMe page to help with giving him the send-off he truly deserves so if anyone can donate, even just a pound, we would be so very grateful.

“RIP Dad, you will never be forgotten.”

JD