Police are continuing to question a suspect in a murder investigation in Bolton following the death of a woman.
Incident details
Officers were initially called to Yewdale Avenue in Breightmet at around 3.15am on Tuesday morning (August 4) to reports of an assault. They raced to the scene and found a woman, aged in her 30s, who was 'unresponsive' and 'who had sustained injuries'.
Sadly, despite the efforts of police and paramedics, she was pronounced dead. A murder probe was launched and a house on the street was cordoned off.
Arrest and custody
A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, Greater Manchester Police confirmed. Today (August 5) he remains in custody to be quizzed by detectives. The force previously said the incident was believed to have been 'isolated'.
Police statement
Detective Chief Inspector Tony Platten, from GMP's Major Incident Team, said: "My thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim at this incredibly tragic time. We understand how troubling this news will be, and whilst formal identification has yet to take place, the believed family are being supported by specialist officers."
"A scene will remain in place as officers continue the investigation and we will have an increased police presence in the area. I'd like to reassure you that this was an isolated incident that is not believed to pose a wider risk to the public, and we currently have a man in custody in relation to the incident."
"I urge anyone who may have information to support our enquiries to please come forward".
Appeal for information
Anyone with information can contact GMP on 0161 856 2270, quoting log 321 of 04/08/26. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
