Oldham murder investigation launched after man, 45, found unconscious in street dies
manchestereveningnews.co.ukA murder investigation is underway following the death of a man who was found unconscious in the street. Police have arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of murder following the incident on Abbey Hills Road, in Oldham, yesterday evening (November 9).
After receiving reports of a person unconscious in the street, officers found a 45-year-old man with a serious head injury. Despite best efforts of the emergency services, he tragically died a short time later.
Greater Manchester Police currently believes the man was assaulted. Officers arrested the 38-year-old man today (Friday). He was taken into police custody, where he remains at this time for questioning. READ MORE: Follow live updates from the Oldham scene READ MORE: Manhunt underway after woman stabbed to death in the street Enquiries are ongoing.
Officers are appealing to members of the public who may have relevant information to come forward. Superintendent Jane Higham said: "The thoughts of the entire investigation team remain with the victim’s family at this time.
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