Police have released photos of clothing in a bid to identify a woman who was found dead near Chorlton Water Park.
The body of the woman was tragically found in the River Mersey at around 11.10am on Thursday 21 March 2024.
But, at the time of writing, police have been unable to confirm her identity and her cause of death has not yet been determined.
Officers are now asking for the public’s help to trace the woman’s next-of-kin, releasing details and photos that may help to identify her.
Police have shared photos of a lime green Primark crop top which is said to be the same as the one she was wearing.
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The woman is described as being 156cm / 5ft 1in in height, with medium dark hair.
As well as the mesh crop top, she was wearing New Look Jenna jeans in a size 8, and non-slip style socks.
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She had no identifiable items in her pockets or visible jewellery, and her approximate age and definitive ethnicity is not currently known.
Detective Chief Inspector Kulbir Kaur, from Greater Manchester Police, said: “Our work is ongoing to identify the woman and we hope that the description of her – and the image of the top – will help spur the memory of someone who may know her or saw her last movements.
It’s believed the woman found dead near Chorlton Water Park was wearing a Primark crop top like this – police are still trying to identify her body
“We are keeping an open-mind as to her cause of death and further enquiries will take place within the coming days and weeks.
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“We want nothing more than to reunite this woman with her next-of-kin, so if you have any information at all, please do get in touch with us.
“Even if you think it is something inconsequential, it could greatly benefit our investigation.”
Anyone with any information relating to the body found near Chorlton Water Park in the River Mersey, or who may be able to identify her, should contact GMP’s City of Manchester CID on 0161 856 6051, quoting log number 1191 of 21/03/24.
You can also call 101 or visit our gmp.police.uk to report information.
Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Arrest made after 14-year-old boy found in critical condition on Market Street
Daisy Jackson
An arrest has been made after a teenage boy was found unresponsive on Market Street in Manchester city centre.
Detectives believe that the boy, 14, was approached by seven males who stole a designer jacket from him.
Following the altercation, he went into cardiac arrest and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition.
Thankfully, the teenager is continuing to recover well.
Detectives from Manchester City Centre Criminal Investigation Department confirmed that an 18-year-old male was arrested yesterday, Thursday 20 February.
He has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and remains in police custody.
Detective Inspector Mark Astbury of GMP’s City Centre Criminal Investigation Department, said: “We hope the victim can continue his recovery following what must have been a terrifying ordeal for him.
“Officers are fully investigating all aspects of this shocking incident that has left a man with serious injuries in hospital.
“Our work doesn’t stop here, we are continuing to investigate this incident and information from the public plays an incredibly important role in our investigations and I ask that the community keep talking to us and keep sharing their concerns with us so our teams can act.”
If you have any information, contact GMP 101 or 0161 856 4305 quoting log 2854 of 16/2/25.
Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials
Emily Sergeant
Trials are currently underway to see if comedy could be an alternative to antidepressants as a way to reduce NHS costs.
UK tech company Craic Health has secured important funding for its ‘comedy on prescription’ project that’s aimed at helping the Government work with the comedy industry, communities, and organisations on comedy-based social prescriptions in the hope that they can solve financial struggles within the NHS.
The groundbreaking scheme uses stand-up shows and workshops to help people who are isolated, lonely, and vulnerable.
Craic believes comedy is an ‘untapped opportunity’ to improve health and wellbeing, and has a goal to make comedy easier to access, so that it can help communities experience its mental health and social benefits.
To achieve this, the company has started trialling Comedy-on-Prescription experiences in the UK – starting in London, with the potential for expansion – which includes things like curated comedy panel game show events and workshops, and general stand-up comedy shows at some of the capital’s world-famous venues.
Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
“Mental health issues like loneliness, isolation, and stress are more common than ever,” the company explains.
“So much so that it’s projected that by 2030, mental health problems, particularly depression, will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally, [but] in this challenging world, comedy stands out as a universal language that breaks barriers.
“Research shows that comedy and laughter have powerful effects – they bring people together, create positive connections, and make life more enjoyable.”
Craic Health says that social prescribing, of which Comedy-on-Prescription is a part of, is all about inclusivity, which makes it making it suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Its focus is on personalised support, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Daisy Jackson -
25th March 2024 
