Dead body found in Dukinfield

Thursday, 3 October 2024 at 13:38

By Olivia Briggs @oliviabriggs__

Greater Manchester Police cordoned off Ashton Street in Dukinfield at around 10:15am this morning.

It has now been confirmed the body of a male has been found.

It has also been confirmed there is no wider danger to the public.

GMP commented: “At 10.15am this morning (Thursday, October 3) we were called to Ashton Street, Dukinfield, to reports of concern for welfare.

“Emergency services attended and sadly discovered the body of a man believed to be in his 40s.

“We do not believe there is a risk to the wider public. A scene is in place and enquiries are ongoing.”

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