Woman held after 93-year-old found dead in house

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 93-year-old woman was found dead at a house in Stockport.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said officers were called to the property on Altrincham Road in Gatley just before 09:40 BST.

A 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder and is still in police custody.

GMP said it had made a mandatory referral of this incident to the Independent Office of Police Conduct because officers had previous contact with the deceased woman.

Det Insp Adam Hitchen of GMP said: "The priority for our investigation is understanding the full circumstances which led to this tragic incident and getting justice for the victim.

"Our thoughts are with the victim's family, who are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.

"We recognise that this investigation may cause concern within the local community, but I want to assure the public that this is an isolated incident, with a swift arrest made, and no wider threat.

"You will notice an increased presence in the area today whilst we conduct enquiries, but also across the coming days as the local neighbourhood team look to provide reassurance to those living close by."

Anyone with information is urged to contact GMP or call Crimestoppers anonymously.

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