Murder investigation launched after 93-year-old woman found dead in Stockport suburb
Two police officers walking down a residential street / Credit: GMP
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.
#ARREST | This morning we were called to an address on Altrincham Road. Sadly, a 93-year-old woman was found deceased in the property.
A 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder. She remains in police custody.
More: https://t.co/nK8begMMHA pic.twitter.com/XJjLiJQXUP— Stockport Police (GMP) (@GMPStockport) April 16, 2025
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.
“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.
“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.”
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.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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