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Murder investigation launched after 93-year-old woman found dead in Stockport suburb

An arrest has already been made.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 17th April 2025

A murder investigation has been launched after a 93-year-old woman was found dead at a property in a popular Stockport suburb.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) explained that officers were called to an address on Altrincham Road at 9:38am yesterday morning (Wednesday 16 April), but when they arrived at the scene, a 93-year-old woman was sadly found deceased in the property.

Following the discovery of the body, police proceeded to carry out initial enquiries, and a scene is still in place whilst this continues.

At this time, police say this is an isolated incident, with a 39-year-old woman having been swiftly arrested on suspicion of murder and remaining in police custody.

Due to previous contact with the woman found dead, GMP has confirmed that a mandatory referral of this incident to the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) has been made, but following an initial assessment by GMP’s Professional Standards Directorate, it has been concluded that all officers remain fully operational.

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“The priority for our investigation is understanding the full circumstances which led to this tragic incident and getting justice for the victim,” explained Detective Inspector Adam Hitchen, who is a Senior Investigating Officer on the case.

Altrincham Road in Gatley
Altrincham Road in Gatley, where the murder took place / Credit: Google Maps

“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.

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“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.”

Police are also appealing to the public for information.

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Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact police on 101, quoting the log number 726 of 16/04/25, or reporting it online or by using the LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk.

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You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Peter Kay announces four intimate charity shows in Greater Manchester – but only for these postcodes

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant Peter Kay announces final Manchester show on historic run - with all profits going to cancer charities

Peter Kay has just announced four intimate shows to raise money for a very worthy cause… but you can only get tickets if you live in these particular postcodes.

Comedy legend Peter Kay is set to return home to the Bolton Albert Halls for four very special hometown shows in this summer, marking his first performances at the venue more than two decades.

Taking to the very stage where he recorded the UK’s biggest-selling stand-up DVD, it’s set to be a proper nostalgic homecoming for one of Britain’s most beloved comedians.

The summer shows – which are taking place from 9 – 11 July 2026, even including a matinee performance – this is a rare chance for local fans to be part of something incredibly special, with all funds raised going to Bolton Hospice.

But, there’s a bit of a catch… you’ll only be able to get tickets if you live in Bolton (and some parts of Bury), as it’s strictly limited to BL postcodes.

Peter Kay Live at the Bolton Albert Halls – 2026 Dates

  • Thursday 9 July (Evening) 
  • Friday 10 July (Evening) 
  • Saturday 11 July (Matinee)  
  • Saturday 11 July (Evening)

Tickets officially go on sale Friday 24 April at 10am, and you can get your hands on them here.

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Seven in 10 NHS workers think the health service is ‘poorly prepared’ for another pandemic

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant Patient in a hospital bed

A new survey has revealed that seven in 10 NHS workers believe the health service is ‘poorly prepared’ for another pandemic if one should arise.

After the recent meningitis B outbreak in Kent last month raised the conversation of mass contagion once again, of course following the COVID-19 pandemic, a new YouGov survey of more than 1,000 NHS workers has now uncovered how well prepared staff in the health service think it is for another global pandemic.

The results show that 69% of staff surveyed think the health service is ‘poorly prepared’ for another pandemic, and to make matters worse, 26% of those even say it’s ‘very poorly’ prepared.

Only one in five (22%) think the NHS is could properly handle another pandemic, but statistically, YouGov claims none of those surveyed said it’s ‘very well’ prepared.

Seven in 10 NHS workers think the health service is ‘poorly prepared’ for another pandemic / Credit: Pxhere | Rawpixel

When workers were asked how the NHS’s level of preparedness now compares to prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, 41% did concede that they think it is better prepared now than 2020, however 37% admitted they think it’s no better prepared.

16% actively think it’s less well-prepared now than it was prior to 2020.

The results from the new YouGov survey come after a ‘pioneering’ new system of league tables revealing the best and worst performing NHS Trusts was published for the first time ever last September.

This marked a new era of ‘transparency’ and ‘accountability’ in the NHS, with the league tables delivering on the Government’s promise to drive up standards, tackle variation in care, and ensure people get the high-quality service they rightly expect.

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Every trust in England – from urgent and emergency care, through to elective operations and mental health services – will now be ranked quarterly against ‘clear and consistent’ standards.

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