A murder investigation has been launched after ‘new information emerged’ following the death of a 50-year-old man, who was found injured at a property in Bolton
Police have launched a murder probe after a man was found dead at a property in Bolton.
Officers were called to an address on Gray Street on June 30, where they found a 50-year-old man with serious head and chest injuries. The man was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers launched an investigation in which “new information emerged”, a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said.
In light of this and following a post-mortem, a murder probe was launched, police said today. A 15-year-old boy has been detained under the Mental Health Act and will be questioned in due course.
Greater Manchester Police say they believe this is an isolated incident and that there is no wider risk to the local community, reports Manchester Evening News.
Detective Chief Inspector Louise Edwards of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “Our thoughts remain firmly with the man’s family and friends.
“Following new information coming to light regarding his death, we are now carrying out enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding the events of the day he died.
“We’d like to thank members of the community for their patience and understanding as we carry out enquiries in and around the Gray Street area.
“There is no information to suggest there is any wider risk to the public, and we are not seeking anyone else in relation to this incident.
“Anyone who has information that may assist police enquiries and who has not yet spoken to officers is asked to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101, quoting log 3965 of 30/05/26.
“Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
