Greater Manchester Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the family of a man found dead at his home in Oldham.
Andrew Rimmer (58), sadly died at his home on Abbey Hills Road on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
It is believed he could have family living in Staffordshire.
There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Police Coroner's Office on 0161 856 8095.
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