Man Found Dead in Lancashire as Murder Investigation Deepens
A 37-year-old man was found lifeless near White Moss Road South in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, on Tuesday 22 February 2022.
Witness Reports Abduction in Wigan
Just days earlier, on Friday 18 February, a witness spotted a man being forced into the back of a vehicle on Almond Grove in Worsley Hall, Wigan. Police launched an immediate investigation and believe the man seen was Christopher, whose body was later discovered.
New Charges Hit Wigan Man Amid Growing Probe
Martin Smith of Laithwaite Road, Wigan, has now been charged and is set to appear at Wigan Magistrates’ Court this Friday. He joins seven others already charged over the death, including:
- Alan Jaf, Ridyard Street, Wigan
- Khalil Awla, Greenwood Avenue, Wigan
- Erland Spahiu, Uppingham, Skelmersdale
- Curtis Balbas, Matheson Drive, Wigan
- Dean Smeaton O’Neill-Davey, Bulteel Street, Wigan
- Mohammed Razgar, Plane Avenue, Wigan
- Adrius Uzkuraitis, Holly Road, Wigan
Police Appeal for Information
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact police, quoting Operation Feverfew. Tips can be given via the Public Portal or by calling 0161 856 3400. Anonymous reports are also accepted through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
