Two pensioners, aged 72 and 73, are arrested on suspicion of murder after woman, in her 40s, was found dead in a house in Bolton
- Woman discovered after officers called to home in Lostock, Bolton, last night
- She had serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene
- Police keeping ‘open mind’ and post-mortem taking place later today
Two pensioners have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 40s was found dead at her home in Bolton.
The woman was discovered with senior injuries after officers were called by paramedics to a home in Lostock, at around 10pm last night.
The men who have been arrested are aged 72 and 73 and post-mortem examination is set to take place later today.
Two pensioners have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 40s was found dead at her home in Bolton. Pictured: The street where the woman was found dead, in Lostock
Detective Superintendent Howard Millington, of Greater Manchester Police, said: ‘Firstly, I would like to pay respect to the woman who has tragically lost her life.
‘My thoughts are with her family and friends at what must be an unimaginably devastating time.
‘Whilst we have made two arrests, it is important to stress that we are keeping an open mind about the circumstances of the woman’s death and will work tirelessly to keep her family updated of any developments.
‘We have a dedicated team of officers who are working hard to piece together exactly what has happened in order to provide those closest to the woman, with much-deserved answers.
‘A scene remains in place as our team continue with investigation work and local residents can expect to see a higher police presence. I’d urge anyone with any issues or concerns to please speak to these officers, who are there to provide reassurance.
‘If anyone has any information – no matter how insignificant you think it may be – please get in touch at the very earliest opportunity, as even the smallest detail could assist our enquiries and progress what is currently being treated as a murder investigation.’