Man and woman found dead in Stockport
Police launch murder inquiry
Police have launched a murder enquiry following the deaths of two people in Stockport.
At around 7.30pm on Tuesday 25 August 2020 officers attended following a report of concern for the welfare of the occupants of a property on Sandown Road, Hazel Grove.
Emergency services attended and sadly found the body of a man aged 69 and a woman aged 72.
Enquiries into the circumstances of their deaths remain ongoing.
Senior Investigating Officer Bob Tonge of GMP's Major Incident Team said: "This is a very sad incident and our thoughts are with the family at this unimaginably difficult time.
"We are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with this incident.
"However, we remain keen to hear from anyone who has information and may help us understand events during the preceding days.
"It is important for the family of those who have died that we establish the full circumstances of their deaths.
"If you can assist our enquiries, please get in touch as soon as possible."
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 8797 or the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.