Murder arrest after woman's body found in Stockport
Police were called to Reddish Vale Country Park on Monday morning
Last updated 26th May 2020
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the discovery of a woman's body in Stockport, police said.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said the body of a woman believed to have been in her 40s was found on Monday morning at Reddish Vale Country Park.
A 48-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody for questioning.
Police said in a statement the woman's next of kin had been notified.
They believe the matter is an isolated incident.
"This is an absolutely devastating incident,'' said Detective Superintendent Neil Jones, of GMP's Major Incident Team.
"First and foremost, our thoughts are with the victim's loved ones and specialist officers will do everything they can to support them.
"Understandably, this news may cause concern within the community but I would like to provide some reassurance by saying that, at this time, we believe that this was an isolated incident.
"Nevertheless, there will be increased patrols in the area in the coming days and I would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to those officers.''
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 3400 quoting incident 913 of 25/05/20, or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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