A gun found in a park by a litter picker has been destroyed by police. Craig Whitehurst was shocked to discover the firearm in Manchester's Alexandra Park.
14.06.2024 - 12:05 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Police have made another arrest after the remains of a baby were found in the garden of a home in Wigan.
The heartbreaking discovery was made at the house on Marsh Green on April 10 after police were called to the scene. Officers were called by a 'partner agency' before the remains were found.
An investigation was launched and five people - aged between 20 and 70 - were arrested on suspicion of concealing a death; and unlawful burial. They all remain on police bail while the extensive probe continues.
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In an update issued today (June 14), more than two months on, Greater Manchester Police revealed that a 71-year-old man has now been arrested in connection with the incident. He was arrested today on suspicion of preventing lawful burial, in connection with an ongoing investigation.
He remains in custody to be quizzed by detectives. Police described the investigation as 'incredibly complex' and dedicated detectives are continuing to work on the case.
The Manchester Evening News previously revealed how the baby's family was known to social services. A Home Office post-mortem has now taken place, but test are still being carried out.
No further details on the baby have been revealed today, including the baby's gender. Detective Chief Inspector John Davies, who is leading the investigation, said: "This latest arrest has come on the back of thorough detective work which has been ongoing since 10 April.
"Our investigation is incredibly complex, with several detectives and specialists solely dedicated to establish the full circumstances as to what has happened. A Home Office post-mortem has now taken place on the remains, however
A gun found in a park by a litter picker has been destroyed by police. Craig Whitehurst was shocked to discover the firearm in Manchester's Alexandra Park.
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