Latest news with #unexplaineddeath
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Moss Side: Police investigating after body found
Police are investigating an "unexplained" death after the body of a man was found in services were called to Great Western Street, Moss Side, on Wednesday Manchester Police said it was working to identify the body and the circumstances which led to his death.A blue forensic tent was put up in an alleyway to the rear of the street, and police have been carrying out house-to-house enquiries. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- 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
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Body found in Kilmarnock park in search for missing woman
A body has been found in an Ayrshire park in the search for missing woman Michelle Wade. She had last been seen in the North Hamilton Street area of Kilmarnock at around 8.15pm on Friday, July 25. At the weekend Police Scotland put out a renewed appeal to find her, saying they were 'increasingly concerned' for her welfare. Read More: Images show aftermath of fire that destroyed church in Scots town Fresh appeal to help trace woman missing from Kilmarnock Man charged with attempted murder after 'stabbing' police officer, escaping in dinghy On Tuesday the force announced that Ms Wade's family had been informed after a body was found in the town's Dean Park. Police Scotland said: "Around 5am on Tuesday, 5 August 2025, the body of a woman was found in the Dean Park area. "Formal identification has still to take place, however, the family of Michelle Wade, missing from Kilmarnock, has been informed. The death is being treated as unexplained and enquiries are ongoing."
BBC News
7 days ago
- BBC News
Body found in search for missing Kilmarnock woman
A body has been found in the search for missing Kilmarnock woman Michelle made the discovery around 05:00 in the Deans Park area of the identification is still to take place, but Ms Wade's family have been force said the death was being treated as unexplained and inquiries remain ongoing. The 36-year-old was last seen in the town's North Hamilton Street area about 20:15 on Friday 25 Sunday police issued an appeal for information, saying her disappearance was out of character.
The Sun
23-07-2025
- The Sun
Body of woman in her 50s found in popular park opposite lake as cops probe ‘unexplained' death
THE BODY of a woman in her 50s has been found in a popular park and is being treated as "unexplained" by police as investigations continue. A cordon was put in place this morning after the body of a woman was found at Poole Park, Dorset. 3 3 3 Dorset Police were called at 8.29am to reports that a woman had been discovered in the area. A spokesperson for the force said: "Officers attended and following enquiries, her death is currently being treated as unexplained. "Her family has been informed and the coroner has been notified. "Our thoughts are with the woman's family and friends at this very difficult time. "A cordon remains in place at the scene and there will be an increased police presence in the area as police activities continue." A white forensics tent was set up within the cordon as forensic teams from South West Police were sent to the scene. Police also put up a covering over nearby bushes to protect the scene during the investigation.
