Man Arrested Following Suspicious Death and Multiple Aggravated Burlaries
Greater Manchester Police arrested a man in his 30s regarding a suspicious death in Oldham and five aggravated burglaries. Investigation is ongoing.
POLICY WIRE — Oldham, UK — A man in his 30s has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder while simultaneously facing investigation into five aggravated burglaries, according to Greater Manchester Police.
The arrest followed the discovery of a man in his 70s during a property search located on Whitstable Close in Chadderton. Investigators believe the elderly victim passed away at some point between November 4 and November 7.
Law enforcement is currently treating the death as suspicious and has confirmed that the victim’s family has been notified of the loss.
The suspect is being held for both murder and aggravated burglary. He had been previously detained in connection with five separate aggravated burglaries that occurred between January and October of this year, before detectives connected him to the homicide case.
Authorities noted that the victims in the burglary cases were subjected to a consistent pattern. The suspect either attempted to force entry or successfully entered homes to demand that residents surrender their bank cards and PIN codes.
The individual remains in police custody for further questioning.
Detective Superintendent Amber Waywell stated that the thoughts of the police force are with the deceased gentleman and his loved ones during what she described as an incredibly distressing and difficult period.
She noted that the investigation remains complex and is still developing as teams work diligently to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the death. Waywell also praised the detectives for their persistence and outstanding work throughout the process.
The Superintendent emphasized that the police take these offenses with extreme seriousness and will not tolerate those who target vulnerable members of the community.
Police are calling on anyone who may have experienced a similar crime to come forward. Information can be provided to GMP at 0161 856 9577 using reference number 2908, or via the online portal and Crimestoppers.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
