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Yahoo
06-08-2025
- Yahoo
Police probe 'unexplained' death after body found in Moss Side alleyway
A body has been found on an alleyway in Manchester. The death of the 'deceased male' is 'currently unexplained', according to police. Greater Manchester Police are investigating after being called to the scene on Wednesday morning. It comes after the alley which runs behind Great Western Street in Moss Side was cordoned off. Images from the scene show a blue forensic tent in place at one part of the alley. READ MORE: 'I never thought for one minute the fire service could do that to my house' READ MORE: LIVE Police descend on Manchester street after body found in alleyway - latest updates At least two crime scene investigation vans have been seen in attendance. Multiple police officers are also in attendance at the scene. Sign up to the MEN Court newsletter here The police cordon, and investigation, is currently centred around the alleyway between Great Western Street and Albermarle Street. A GMP spokesperson said: "This morning (Wednesday 6 August 2025) we were called to Great Western Street, Moss Side, where we found a deceased male at the scene. "We are working to identify him and the circumstances which led to his death, which is currently unexplained. "There are officers in the area conducting inquiries including extensive house to house and CCTV. "We encourage anyone with information to get in touch on 0161 856 9923, 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 11." --- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Yahoo
Naked, masked man caught on camera walking street at night
Police are investigating after a video emerged of a naked man walking a street at night, wearing only a mask and trainers. The footage has been widely shared on social media. It is thought to have been filmed in the seaside Lancashire town of Lytham. The video shows the man wearing only the black mask and a pair of black‑and‑white trainers as he walks along a row of houses. Lancashire Police said the incident took place around 12.50am on 18 July. It happened in the area of Westby Street, Cleveland Road and Bannister Street. 'We are aware of a concerning video circulating on social media of a naked male wearing a face covering walking around Lytham in the early hours of the morning,' a police spokesman said. 'This incident was not initially reported to police and has only been brought to our attention after it has been viewed on Facebook. 'Fylde Rural Task Force are currently conducting CCTV and house‑to‑house inquiries and would like to reassure you that we are taking this matter seriously.' Officers urged anyone with information or relevant CCTV to contact FyldeRTF@
The Independent
03-08-2025
- The Independent
Naked, masked man caught on camera walking street at night
Police are investigating after a video emerged of a naked man walking a street at night, wearing only a mask and trainers. The footage has been widely shared on social media. It is thought to have been filmed in the seaside Lancashire town of Lytham. The video shows the man wearing only the black mask and a pair of black‑and‑white trainers as he walks along a row of houses. Lancashire Police said the incident took place around 12.50am on 18 July. It happened in the area of Westby Street, Cleveland Road and Bannister Street. 'We are aware of a concerning video circulating on social media of a naked male wearing a face covering walking around Lytham in the early hours of the morning,' a police spokesman said. 'This incident was not initially reported to police and has only been brought to our attention after it has been viewed on Facebook. 'Fylde Rural Task Force are currently conducting CCTV and house‑to‑house inquiries and would like to reassure you that we are taking this matter seriously.' Officers urged anyone with information or relevant CCTV to contact FyldeRTF@
