John Belfield charged with murder after extradition from South America

A man wanted for murder was arrested today at Manchester Airport when he arrived on a flight from South America.

GMP had pushed for the extradition of John Belfield from Suriname, a small country on the north eastern coast of South America, which borders, Guyana and Brazil. He was wanted in connection with a fatal attack on Thomas Campbell.

Mr Campbell, 38-year-old was robbed and 'tortured to death' in his own home in Mossley, Tameside, after being ambushed by three men. Three people, including Thomas's ex-wife Coleen Campbell, were jailed last year for their roles in Thomas's death.

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In a statement Greater Manchester Police said: "John Belfield (13/04/1994) of no fixed abode has been charged with murder, conspiracy to murder, manslaughter, conspiracy to rob and conspiracy to supply class A drugs. He has been remanded into custody and will appear before a Magistrate at a later date.

"Belfield was circulated as wanted by GMP following an investigation into the death of Thomas Campbell, 38. He was found dead at his home address on Riverside in Mossley at around 10.30am on Sunday 3 July 2022.

"Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene and a murder investigation was quickly launched. Three individuals have already been sentenced for their role in Thomas Campbell’s death.

"Reece Steven (29) of Poplar Street, Middleton, was found guilty of murder with conspiracy to rob. He was sentenced to life in prison and must serve a minimum of 37 years. Steven Cleworth (38), of Charles Street, Heywood, was found guilty of manslaughter with conspiracy to rob. He was been sentenced life and must serve a minimum of