A mother and her eight-year-old disabled daughter have tragically been found dead in what police are investigating as a potential murder-suicide. The victims, identified as Martina Karos, 40, and her daughter, Eleni Edwards, were discovered at their home on South Radford Street shortly after 10:30 a.m. yesterday after emergency services responded to a welfare concern.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that they are not actively searching for anyone else in connection with the incident, stating there are “no suspicious circumstances.” It is believed detectives are treating the deaths as a murder-suicide.
Detective Chief Inspector Charlotte Whalley of GMP said, “It is such a tragic loss of life, and our main priority is keeping their loved ones updated throughout the investigation.” She also noted that a cordon remains in place on Radford Street as officers continue to investigate.
Salford City Council expressed their condolences, with a spokesperson stating, “We are aware of the terribly sad news this morning, and our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of those who have tragically lost their lives.
GMP is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Those with details can call 101, quoting log 998 of 23 September.
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