Greater Manchester murder investigation linked to five aggravated burglaries, Digi Mart USA News (Greater Manchester, England): A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and murder, Greater Manchester Police has said. He was already being investigated over five aggravated burglaries.
Police said a man in his 70s was found dead during a search of an address on Whitstable Close, in Chadderton, Oldham. He is believed to have died between 4 and 7 November, and his death is being treated as suspicious.
His loved ones have been informed.
The suspect had already been arrested in relation to five aggravated burglaries committed between January and October. Detectives linked him to the murder case, and he remains in custody for questioning.
Police said the victims of the burglaries had all been targeted in a similar way. The suspect attempted to or gained entry to their properties before demanding that they hand over their bank cards and PIN codes.
Det Supt Amber Waywell said: “First and foremost our thoughts are with the gentleman who has sadly died, and with his family and loved ones at what will be an incredibly difficult and distressing time.” She added: “This remains a complex and developing investigation, and we are working hard to establish the full circumstances surrounding his death.”
Waywell said the force takes “offences like these incredibly seriously” and would “not tolerate those who seek to prey on vulnerable members of our communities.” Greater Manchester Police encouraged any potential victims of a similar crime to get in touch.
