Man charged with rape and murder after 26-year-old woman is found dead

A man has been charged with murder and rape after a 26-year-old woman was found dead at a house in Ashton-under-Lyne. Elizabeth McCann died in a property on Manchester Road on Thursday.

Now police have charged 51-year-old Simon Goold with murder, rape and assault by penetration. Mr Goold, of Manchester Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, has been remanded in custody and is due to appear before magistrates today.

Detective Chief Inspector Liam Boden, of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: "On behalf of all involved in this investigation, I send condolences to Lizzy’s family. Specially trained officers have been deployed to liaise with them.

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"We are aware of the impact the news of Lizzy’s death has had on the community in the last 24 hours so extra officers remain in the area for reassurance. Though a suspect has been charged, our enquiries are ongoing so we continue to appeal for anyone with information which may assist us to contact ourselves or Crimestoppers, anonymously, as soon as possible."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 0161 856 6777 quoting 763 25/08/22. Information can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity – Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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