LIVE: Man found dead by police as officers cordon off residential street - latest updates

A street in Rochdale has been cordoned off by police this morning after a man was found dead in a house.

Industry Road, off Whitehall Street, is currently taped off. Police officers are stationed at the scene.

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Part of Gale Street has also been cordoned off. This is around half a mile away from Industry Road.

Police said they were called to a 'disturbance' just after 12.30am this morning (Monday). A man was tragically found dead in a property on Industry Road.

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In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said:

"Police were called to an address on Industry Road, Rochdale at 00:33 hours on Monday 3 October 2022, to reports of a disturbance. On entry to the residence, officers found a deceased male.

"Forensics are on scene and will be carrying out investigations at Industry Road, as well as two other addresses nearby. A male is currently in custody and is helping officers with their enquiries.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact GMP via gmp.police.uk or 101. In an emergency, always dial 999. Information about crime can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity – Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

There are reports of another police cordon in place on Gale Street, in the Syke area of Rochdale. This is around half a mile away from the cordon on Industry Road.

It has not yet been confirmed whether these incidents are linked. We have asked GMP for information.