Police release pictures of 23-year-old who was murdered in Salford

The body of 23-year-old Daniel Smith was found on Wednesday.

Published 22nd Jan 2016

Police investigating the murder of a man, found in a burning tent in Salford have released two pictures of him

At around 1.20am on Wednesday the 20th of January, police were called to Irwell Street in Ordsall following reports that a tent located under a railway bridge was on fire.

When Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue extinguished the fire, a man’s body was discovered in the tent.

The man has been identified as 23-year-old Daniel Smith. Specialist officers are now providing support to his family.

Detective Constable Derek Nellany, who is acting as the family liaison officer for Daniel Smith’s family, said:

“We are continuing to work closely with Daniel’s family to try and find out exactly what happened to him.

“Having been to see them today, they are understandably devastated and our thoughts continue to be with them at this tough time.”

Anyone with information should call GMP’s Major Incident Team on 0161 856 8797, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.