Police name 43 year old found dead in Salford as murder investigation continues
43-year-old Tanyaradzwa Julius Matara was found dead last week
Last updated 13th Dec 2023
Police have named a man found dead in Salford last week as 43-year-old Tanyaradzwa Julius Matara, as a murder investigation continues.
His body was found at around 2.35am last Thursday (December 7) on land between Great Cheetham Street West, and Salford & Broughton Cricket & Football Club.
Two men were arrested at the scene, while another was detained later on. All have been questioned on suspicion of murder and bailed.
Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Smith of GMP said: “Firstly, I would like to pass on my condolences to the family of Julius at this extremely distressing time and would ask that they are left alone to grieve the passing of their loved one.
“The Force has been searching for Julius after he was circulated as a high-risk missing person at the end of October and everyone had been working had to locate him and this is a truly sad ending.
“As you would have seen from previous updates, we have been conducting our enquiries to gather as much information as we can to paint a picture into how Julius sadly died.
“I would like to thank the community in Salford who have been patient with us during our searches, I understand this is a deeply concerning case for the residents in the area.
“We are still appealing to anyone that might have an information into Julius’ death to please get in touch, this includes any relevant footage such as mobile, doorbell, CCTV or dashcam to contact us on 0161 856 3635, quoting log number 218 of 07/12/2023.
“Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
“It is crucial we have as much detail as possible to help piece together what has happened in this tragic incident where someone has sadly lost their life.
“We are keeping all available lines of enquiry open but no matter how small, your piece of information may be that crucial bit of evidence we need that can help us with this investigation.”