Killer on the run as woman, 44, dead following stabbing near canal

A killer is on the run after a 44-year-old woman died following a stabbing in Tameside. Emergency services rushed out to Edge Lane, close to the Ashton Canal in Droylsden, after being called out at around 12pm today (June 2).

Tragically, the woman died at the scene. Greater Manchester Police says initial enquiries suggest that the male suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction.

Chief Superintendent Phil Davies, Tameside’s District Commander, 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.

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“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."

A scene remains in place on Edge Lane, between the junctions of Ashton New Road and Wheler Street. It is expected to remain in place for some time while specialist officers conduct further enquiries.

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