Man and woman arrested on suspicion of murder after man dies falling from balcony

A crime scene was in place outside a block of flats after a man fell to his death from a balcony.

A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident at Black Friar Court in Salford on Sunday evening (August 11). Police were called to the scene after reports that a man had fallen from a fourth floor balcony.

The 57-year-old was taken to hospital, where he was pronounced dead. A 37-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody for questioning.

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In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said they were undertaking 'extensive enquiries' to understand how the man sadly lost his life.

Detective Inspector David Ogden from the force's Salford district said: "We know the community will be concerned about this tragic death, and we share their concern.

"We're appealing to anyone who has not yet spoken to us. Please don't assume that what you know is already known to us. The smallest piece of information may be crucial to our investigation and towards getting answers for this man's family."

If you have any information, please contact police on 101 quoting log 3044 of 11/8/24. You can also make a report to is online by using the report tool and LiveChat function on our website: www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively, if you would prefer to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man fell to his