Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have launched a murder investigation after the body of a 75-year-old man was discovered at a property in Bolton. A 49-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.
Incident Details
Officers were called to an address on Ormrod Street in Bolton at approximately 8am on July 17. Upon arrival, they found the man deceased inside the property. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Formal identification has not yet taken place, but next-of-kin have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers.
Police Appeal
Detective Inspector Louise Kelly of GMP's Major Incident Team said: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the victim's family and loved ones as they navigate through this loss. They will continue to be supported by our specialist officers during this difficult time. It is our priority to obtain some answers regarding the full circumstances of this tragic incident, and we are appealing for information from the public to help us progress our investigation."
The Major Incident Team is pursuing multiple lines of enquiry to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
How to Help
Anyone with information, CCTV footage, or mobile phone footage that may relate to the investigation is urged to contact police at 101 or via the Live Chat at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 744 of 17/07/26. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or through GMP's Major Incident Public Portal.
