Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after man found dead

A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a man was discovered at a property, Greater Manchester Police said.

The man, who was in his 50s, was found after police were called just before 7.30am on Sunday to an address on Hope Hey Lane in Little Hulton.

The results of a post-mortem examination have led detectives to believe his injuries are consistent with an assault, the force said.

The woman who has been arrested is being questioned in police custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil Higginson, from the major incident team, said: “Sadly, following the discovery of a body at a property in Little Hulton, we have now launched a murder investigation and we have a team of detectives working around the clock to understand the circumstances.

“We do not believe there to be a threat to the wider public, but you will likely see an increased presence of police in your area whilst we conduct further inquiries.”

Police are asking anyone who may have information or dashcam, CCTV, or doorbell footage from the area in the last 24 hours that could help the investigation to get in touch.

They can call police on 101 quoting log 650 of 12/01/25 or use the LiveChat function online at www.gmp.police.uk. They can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.