A woman has been arrested on suspicion of child neglect after the death of former Droylsden footballer Matt Smith's four-month-old son earlier this year.
The baby - called Madison - was found dead by police at an address in Trafford at 7am on October 18.
This week Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said a woman in her 40s was arrested in connection with the incident and has been released on bail while investigations continue.
A GMP spokesperson said: “At approximately 7.10am on Friday October 18 2024 officers responded to a concern for welfare in Trafford and sadly found a baby deceased.
“A woman in her 40s was arrested on suspicion of child neglect and has been bailed as we continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this death.”
Mr Smith - who also played for New Mills - retired from football last season after spells with Millwall, Oldham Athletic and Salford City.
Madison lived with Matt, 35, and his wife Amy, 37 - the daughter of former Manchester United legend and current Blackpool boss, Steve Bruce.
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