What's happened
Michael Hillier has been charged with the murder of Liam Smith, who was shot and subjected to an acid attack before his body was found in Wigan in November.
Why it matters
The murder of Liam Smith was the first fatal shooting in Greater Manchester in more than two years. The killing was described as a swift and well-planned out attack on a man who was not previously known to police. The use of acid in the attack is also significant as it has become an increasingly common method of attack in the UK.
What the papers say
The sources provide consistent reporting of the event, with minor differences in the details of the investigation and the suspect's background.
How we got here
Liam Smith was found dead on Kilburn Drive in Shevington, Wigan, on 24 November. A 35-year-old man was arrested in Sheffield on suspicion of conspiracy to murder in connection with the case. The investigation has involved the execution of four warrants and 28 premises searches.
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