Men arrested on suspicion of murder remain in custody

Date published: 04 February 2012


Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a man was found in Middleton remain in police custody for questioning.

Just after 1.45pm on Friday (3 February) police were called following reports a man had been assaulted at a house on Lower Bamford Close, Middleton.

On arrival, officers discovered the body of a man.  He had suffered serious head injuries.

No formal ID has yet taken place.

Anyone with information should phone the Major Incident Team on 0161 856 9175 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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