Police are investigating the discovery of bones found in a garden yesterday (Thursday) afternoon.
A scene remains in place at Fourth Avenue, Limeside, while officers assess the bones.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: “Officers are investigating following reports of suspected bones being discovered in a garden on Fourth Avenue, Oldham, at around 3.30pm yesterday afternoon (July 17).
" A scene remains in place and enquiries are currently ongoing.”
Roadworks across Greater Manchester
People have been told to ‘expect delays’ as roadworks take place on a series of key A roads across Greater Manchester. Areas affected include Ashton-In-Makerfield, Rochdale, Salford, Wigan, and Oldham.
Operation Hurricane is back for 2026
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has launched Op Hurricane, a coordinated crackdown on the anti-social use of off-road bikes, e-bikes and quad bikes across the region.
Man wanted on recall to prison
Police have launched an urgent search for a 31-year-old man wanted on recall to prison.
Dr Kershaw's Hospice celebrates community heroes this Volunteers' Week
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