Man found dead in Denton

Thursday, 25 August 2022 07:44

A man has been found dead on a street in Denton, police have confirmed.

Greater Manchester Police said they received a report at around 6.30pm on Wednesday (24 August) about concern for the welfare of a male on Town Lane.

Emergency services - including paramedics and firefighters - attended and a 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

A GMP spokesperson added that there are believed to be no suspicious circumstances and a report is being prepared for the coroner.

The street was cordoned off for several hours, with investigators seen working around a block of flats.

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