Murder arrest after woman, 93, found dead at a house in Manchester

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman in her 90s was found dead.

Police were called to Altrincham Road in Gatley, Manchester, shortly after 9.30am today where they found a 93-year-old woman dead in a home.

Shortly after, a 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder. She’s still in police custody.

Greater Manchester Police described the incident as ‘isolated’ and assured the public that there is ‘no wider threat’.

Detective Inspector Adam Hitchen 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.’

The force has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) due to previous contact with the dead woman.

All officers are still working as normal following an initial assessment by the force’s professional standards department.

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