Greater Manchester Police Arrest After Woman Found Dead In Blackley Tower Block
greater manchester police said a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at a block of flats in Blackley, north Manchester, just after 18: 30 ET on Sunday. The discovery was made on Broadmoss Drive in Somerton Court, where armed police were sent to the scene. greater manchester police said the woman has not yet been formally identified and that there is no wider threat to the public.
Armed Officers At Somerton Court
The incident prompted a major police response in Blackley, with a scene still in place as the inquiry continues. Officers were called to reports of a disturbance just before 18: 00 ET on Sunday, and the woman was found dead at the scene after police arrived.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning. The victim’s family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers, while detectives work to establish the full circumstances of the death.
What Investigators Have Said
Detective Chief Inspector Anna Barker of the Major Incident Team said: “Our thoughts, first and foremost, remain with the victim’s family as they grieve their loved one. We have a man in custody and detectives are questioning him as we try to establish the full circumstances that led to this tragic death. ”
She added: “We understand this incident may cause concern amongst the community, but we believe there is no wider risk to the public. ” Barker also said residents will see an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues, and urged anyone with concerns to speak with officers.
Community Impact And Next Steps
People living nearby said they were alerted by a loud bang at around 18: 25 ET as armed officers forced entry into a flat. The cordon remains in place on Broadmoss Drive, and the investigation is still ongoing as officers continue to gather information.
greater manchester police has asked anyone with information to come forward as the inquiry develops. For now, the force says the situation is contained, the public is not at wider risk, and the focus remains on identifying the woman and building a clear timeline around what happened in Blackley.
