A 39-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after police were called to an address on Altrincham Road in Gatley.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that a 93-year-old woman was found dead at the property.
The house has been taped off as forensics officers conduct their investigations.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said in a statement: "Officers were called to an address on Altrincham Road at 9:38am. Sadly, a 93-year-old woman was found deceased in the property.
"Police attended and following initial enquiries at the scene, a 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder. She remains in police custody.
"A scene is in place whilst investigators conduct their enquiries."
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'We thought there was a gas leak, but then someone told us there'd been a murder'
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'We thought there was a gas leak, but then someone told us there'd been a murder'
Residents have spoken of their initial concerns that there had been a gas leak on the leafy road in Gatley.
They soon discovered that it was a tragedy, Greta Simpson reports.
Read the full story here
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Incident referred to Independent Office for Police Conduct
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the incident has been referred to the Independant Office for Police Conduct.
A spokesperson for GMP said in a statement: "Due to previous contact with the deceased, we have made a mandatory referral of this incident to the Independent Office of Police Conduct.
The statement added: "Following an initial assessment by GMP’s Professional Standards Directorate, all officers remain fully operational."
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Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service release statement
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) confirmed they attended the scene to investigate concerns around gas.
A spokesperson for GMFRS said, “At around 10am today (Wednesday, 16th April), firefighters were called to reports of a gas leak on Altrincham Road in Gatley.
“Three fire engines from Cheadle, Whitehill and Stockport fire stations quickly arrived at the scene. Crews used gas monitoring equipment within the property and found no abnormal readings. Checks were also carried out to the neighbouring property as a precautionary measure.
“Crews were at the scene for around an hour.”
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Greater Manchester Police make appeal for information
Detective Inspector Adam Hitchen, Senior Investigating Officer, said: “The priority for our investigation is understanding the full circumstances which led to this tragic incident and getting justice for the victim. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family, who are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.
"We recognise that this investigation may cause concern within the local community, but I want to assure the public that this is an isolated incident, with a swift arrest made, and no wider threat.
“You will notice an increased presence in the area today whilst we conduct enquiries, but also across the coming days as the local neighbourhood team look to provide reassurance to those living close by.
“Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact police on 101 quoting the log number 726 of 16/04/25.”
Information can also be reported online or by using the LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk. If you can't report online, call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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UPDATE - Woman arrested on suspicion of murder
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that a 39-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said in a statement: "Officers were called to an address on Altrincham Road at 9:38am. Sadly, a 93-year-old woman was found deceased in the property.
"Police attended and following initial enquiries at the scene, a 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder. She remains in police custody.
"A scene is in place whilst investigators conduct their enquiries."
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RECAP - Cadent confirm they were called to check for gas safety
A spokesperson for Cadent said: "I can confirm we attended to ensure everything associated with gas is safe.
"After completing our work we have since left the site."
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RECAP - Emergency services called to Altrincham Road in Gatley
Emergency services have been called to Altrincham Road in Gatley where a house has been cordoned off.
Police, ambulance, and fire and rescue services have all been seen attending the scene.
Forensics officers have also been in attendance.
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North West Ambulance Service confirms they attended the scene
A spokesperson for the North West Ambulance said: "We received a call at 9.42 to a private address on Altrincham Road in Gatley."
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Picture shows earlier emergency response
This photo has been submitted to us which shows the extent of the scene here earlier this morning @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/GnN8oHIKi0
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Detectives have been making enquiries
We’ve seen forensic officers working throughout the afternoon inside the property and also in the garden, taking photos. Detectives have also been here making enquiries @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/BuicOSgCHO
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Cadent attended the scene this afternoon to check for gas safety
Cadent has confirmed that their engineers were called out to the scene by emergency services.
A spokesperson for Cadent told the M.E.N.: "I can confirm we attended to ensure everything associated with gas is safe.
"After completing our work, we have since left the site."
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Neighbour reported it was "all going off"
A neighbour living opposite told me she believed an elderly couple to be living in the house and that it was “all going off” when she left the house just before 11 this morning. “There was police, fire, ambulances, everything” @MENnewsdesk
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Forensics officers at the scene
GMP are investigating the incident.
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Officers at the scene
The cordon is still in place. We'll bring you the latest as we have it.
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CSI vans are in attendance
Forensics officers are investigating at the scene.
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Images from the scene
GMP are maintaining a presence.
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GMP at the scene
A cordon is in place.
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Forensics teams at the property
White suited forensic officers are working inside the property @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/gLPH37Z8kw
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Scene in place since approximately 10am
We understand the scene has been here since approximately ten o clock this morning. We have approached GMP for clarification on the nature of the incident @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/Wawxyb2og7
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Our reporter is at the scene
Good afternoon. I’m on Altrincham Road in Gatley where a house has been cordoned off following what we understand to be a serious incident. There are currently two forensics vans and a police car @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/x4eKPvsK6y
— Greta Simpson (@gretamsimpson) April 16, 2025
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Police remain at the scene
Our reporter Greta Simpson has confirmed that there are two forensics vans and a police car at the scene.
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Reporter en route
Manchester Evening News reporter Greta Simpson is on her way to the scene. We'll bring you the latest as we have it.
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Incident understood to be serious
The Manchester Evening News understands a serious incident was reported. Details are yet to be confirmed.
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Police cordon in place
There is a 'big police presence' at the scene, witnesses have reported. Forensics specialists have been seen.
