Detectives treating death of elderly man in Rochdale as suspicious
75 year old Geoffrey Ives died a week ago today
Last updated 5th Feb 2023
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed they're now treating the death of an elderly man as suspicious.
75 year old Geoffrey Ives died at a home in the Heywood area of Rochdale last Sunday (29th January).
No one's been arrested and a small cordon remains in place at a home in Hardfield Street.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector David Moores said: "Our thoughts are with Geoffrey’s family at this difficult time and our specially trained officers will continue to support to them.
“Following the launch of a murder investigation, a team of detectives have been working tirelessly to piece together information and evidence.
“Our enquiries have now brought us to a point in the investigation where we are able to appeal to members of the public to ask for more information.
“Officers from the Rochdale district will be providing a visible presence in the coming days for reassurance as we understand that this incident may cause some shock and concern.
“We would like to reassure residents in the area that we will continue to investigate what we believe to be an isolated incident, with no wider risk to the public and would like to thank the public for their cooperation and patience so far.”