In a devastating incident that has shocked the community of Rochdale, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have launched an investigation into the suspicious death of a 40-year-old woman. The incident took place on New Barn Lane at 4.30am on Monday and was reported to the police by the ambulance service after concerns were raised about the woman’s welfare. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Smith from GMP’s Major Investigation Team expressed her deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased and extended thoughts of support during this difficult time. The investigation is currently in its early stages, and the investigation team is determined to explore all possible leads with an open mind.
In order to gather crucial information regarding the incident, GMP is appealing to the public for any relevant information. This includes eyewitness accounts, individuals with knowledge about the incident, or anyone in possession of CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage related to the incident. To facilitate the collection of evidence, a dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been set up, where images and footage can be directly submitted. The public can access the portal at Public Portal (mipp.police.uk).
In addition to the online portal, the Major Incident Team can be contacted directly by calling 0161 856 4338 or by utilizing the LiveChat service available on the GMP’s official website (www.gmp.police.uk). Those who wish to provide information anonymously can reach out to the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
