Manhunt for killer after woman stabbed near canal in possible stranger attack

02 June 2023 , 20:22

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Manhunt for killer after woman stabbed near canal in possible stranger attack

A killer is on the run after a 44-year-old woman died following a stabbing today.

Emergency services rushed to an address in Droylsden, Greater Manchester, at around midday.

But the woman died at the scene and initial enquiries suggest the male suspect fled the address in an unknown direction.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are continuing to investigate, and are unable to confirm at this stage whether the offender was known to the victim.

The killer remains on the loose several hours on.

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It is understood the woman suffered stab wounds (MEN MEDIA)

Chief Superintendent Phil Davies, Tameside’s District Commander with Greater Manchester Constabulary, said: "Firstly, our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim. Our specialist family liaison officers are currently with the victim’s family to support them through what is an incredibly difficult time and we will do everything we can to ensure we locate the person responsible for this callous attack.

"GMP officers and our Major Incident Team are working extremely hard to determine the full circumstances surrounding this incident. At this stage in our enquiries, we are unable to confirm whether the offender was known to the victim and we are working with the victim’s family and members of the public to establish the circumstances of this incident."

An investigation scene remains in place. It is expected to remain in place for some time while specialist officers conduct further enquiries.

A crime scene remains in place in Droylsden, part of Greater Manchester (Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News)

Detectives are appealing for any further information after a fatal stabbing (MEN)

The woman's family are currently being supported by family liaison officers. Detectives are appealing for any further information regarding this incident.

Chf Supt Davies added: "I understand this news will come as a great shock to those in the Droylsden community. In response, you will see an increased presence of our local officers, who will be patrolling the local community on-foot and in vehicles providing added reassurance to the community.

"I would urge anyone with information or concerns to speak to those officers who are on hand to help and support you. If you have any information about this incident, please come forward, your information no matter how small may be vital to our investigations."

Anyone with information, CCTV or video footage regarding this incident or who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area at around 12pm today, contact GMP by calling 101 or visiting www.gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1353 of June 2, 2023. Information can be shared anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Stephen Topping