Murder investigation launched following disappearance of Failsworth man
Ashley Walsh was last seen on the night of January 7th (2022)
Police investigating the disappearance of 34-year-old Ashley Walsh from Failsworth have arrested two men on suspicion of murder.
A scene is currently in place at Sandhills Park, Collyhurst, in relation to the investigation and officers will remain at the scene for the day (Monday 17th Jan 2022).
A 30-year-old woman has also been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. All remain in custody for questioning.
Detective Inspector Mark Davis, of GMPs Major Investigation Team, said:
"Following a number of enquiries, we now believe that Ashley may have come to serious harm. However, enquiries are still very much on-going and we are not in a position to confirm any further details at this stage.
"We will be out posting leaflets through doors in the local area today, to see if we can get any further information which may help our investigation."
"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 6377 quoting log number 1819 of the 12th January 2022."
Ashley's next of kin has been informed of the update.