A man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found dead at a property on Bryngs Drive in Harwood, Bolton. Police were called to reports of concern for the welfare of a man at the property at around 11.35am on Wednesday (October 7).
Officers attended and found a man dead. His identity has not yet been revealed. The man in his 60s was arrested on suspicion of murder and was questioned by detectives on Wednesday evening.
Residents describe 'double shock'
Police tape was placed across the drive of a bungalow on the road, with a marked car parked in front to secure the area. Residents told the Manchester Evening News that police officers had been in the street since Wednesday morning, with detectives knocking on doors to make enquiries.
One resident who had just moved to the area said the sight of police on the otherwise quiet neighbourhood was a 'double shock.'
“We’ve just moved here five months ago and it’s a really nice place,” they said. "So this is a double shock for us. It's usually so quiet. Police have been here for two days now and they came to see us but didn't tell us much. We found out that someone had died from the reports online."
Police reassure community
It is believed the victim and suspect were known to each other and that there is believed to be no 'wider risk' to the community, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said.
Detective Chief Inspector Zed Ali, from GMP's Major Incident Team, said in a statement: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time. My team and I are trying to establish the full facts relating to this incident, but we believe both the suspect and the victim were known to each other.
"I would like to reassure the community in Bolton that there is no wider risk to them. A scene remains in place while officers continue their investigations in relation to this job, if anyone has any concerns, please speak to them, as they are there to provide reassurance and be a friendly face out in the community."
Anyone with information that can help detectives is asked to call GMP on 101, quoting log 1258 of 07/10/2026. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
