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Police issue major update on murder investigation after woman found dead in house
by Ashlie Blakey · Manchester Evening NewsTwo suspects who were arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly woman was found dead at a house in Ramsbottom have been released on bail, police have confirmed in an update.
The woman - aged in her 70s - was sadly pronounced dead on the scene at the home on Harrison Street on Tuesday (November 26). Paramedics first descended at around 4.30am over 'reports of concern for her welfare', before police were then alerted.
An investigation was launched and a man and a woman - both aged in their 30s - were arrested on suspicion of murder. In an update issued today (November 29), a spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said they had since been released on bail with conditions.
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The investigation is continuing. The woman's next of kin are being supported by specialist police officers.
Police said previously that a Home Office post-mortem was set to be carried out 'to establish the exact circumstances of her death'. Patrols were stepped up in the area, though the incident was believed to have been 'isolated'.
Detective Inspector Chris Mannion, from GMP's Bury district, said in a statement earlier this week: "Firstly, I would like to send my condolences to the family of woman who has sadly died. Incidents of this nature will undoubtedly cause shock and distress to those who live and work in the area, we are working to piece together a timeline of events.
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"We believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider threat to the community. The property is now a scene and extra patrols have been deployed for reassurance.
"We are currently investigating the full circumstances of the woman’s death and are keeping an open-mind as we carry out this work. I would urge anyone with concerns, or information to share, to speak with our officers."
Information can be reported to police via 101 or the Live Chat function of the website at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 370 of 26/11/2024. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.