Murder probe launched after woman, 61, found dead at Mossley home
Police were called to Winterford Road on Tuesday evening following a concern for welfare. A 60-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and bailed.
A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead at a property in Mossley, Tameside.
Police were called to an address on Winterford Road at around 5.25pm on Tuesday (August 4) following a concern for welfare. A 61-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 60-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and has since been released on bail.
A GMP spokesperson said: "At approximately 5.25pm on Tuesday 4 August, we were called to a concern for welfare at an address on Winterford Road, Mossley. Emergency services attended and sadly a woman, aged 61, was pronounced dead at the scene. There is no wider risk to the public."
They added: "A man, aged 60, was arrested on suspicion of murder and has since been bailed pending further enquiries."
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where did the incident take place?
- The woman was found dead at a residential property on Winterford Road in Mossley, Tameside.
- Has anyone been arrested in connection with the death?
- Yes, Greater Manchester Police arrested a 60-year-old man on suspicion of murder. He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
- Is there a risk to the wider public?
- Police have reassured the local community that they do not believe there is any wider risk to the public following this incident.