Police issue update as Stuart Everett investigation searches continue

Much of a north Manchester beauty spot will remain out of bounds to the public this bank holiday weekend the investigation into the death of Stuart Everett continues. Police have been searching Boggart Hole Clough since May 16 as part of the probe.

The 67-year-old is believed to have died at a house in Winton, Salford, at the end of March. Parts of his body were found at Kersal Dale, Salford, on April 4.

So far despite the deployment of huge resources, including specialist police teams, an underwater search unit, and cadaver dogs, no remains have been found at Boggart Hole Clough. Now, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed it will remain in the area over the bank holiday and into next week, as officers' efforts continue.

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A GMP spokesman said: "Over the bank holiday weekend and into next week, Boggart Hole Clough will remain as a police scene as we continue to search for evidence in the murder investigation into Stuart Everett’s death. We understand the disruption this may cause to the public and the local residents who regularly use the park, and we don’t underestimate this, but we must do all we can to provide Stuart's family with the information they need to process his death.

"There are so many different elements to our investigation, and it continues to be a long process. We are thoroughly making our way through these search areas in Salford and Manchester to find new evidence that will assist the progression of our investigation."

Residents in nearby Earby Grove, Blackley, saw a police presence near to a children's play park yesterday including a drone used at the scene. But GMP says this was not linked to the search for Mr