Man arrested after death in Rochdale housing estate

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 15:37 · Archive

A man in his 50s died at a property on Curzon Road in Rochdale on Wednesday evening. Police were called to the scene at around 8pm over concerns for the welfare of a man at the property in the Kirkholt area of the town. Emergency services attended and the man was confirmed dead at the scene.

A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of murder as part of the investigation. He remains in custody for questioning. The victim's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

Detective Superintendent Richard Hunt said officers were working 'at pace' to establish the circumstances of the death. He said detectives were 'keeping an open mind' and 'exploring all lines of enquiry'. A police scene will remain in place for several days, and officers will maintain an increased presence in the area to provide reassurance to residents.

How it is being reported

• Murder arrest after man's death in RochdalePolice were called to a property on Curzon Road on Wednesday over concerns for the welfare of a man.BBC Manchester · 8 Oct, 14:49
• Rochdale murder LIVE as police scene in place after death of man on housing estateDetectives are 'keeping an open mind' and 'exploring all lines of enquiry'Manchester Evening News · 8 Oct, 14:12

In this story: Greater Manchester Police · Rochdale · Curzon Road · Kirkholt · Detective Superintendent Richard Hunt

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