Murder investigation launched after an elderly man was found dead at a property in Old Trafford

Murder investigation launched after an elderly man was found dead at a property in Old Trafford

An Old Trafford residence is the scene of a murder inquiry after an elderly man was discovered there deceased.

Around 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday, emergency services responded quickly to the scene on Edgbaston Drive following a complaint of a possible welfare issue. Tragically, a guy in his 80s was discovered dead.

According to authorities, a 51-year-old male has been taken into custody on murder allegations. He is still being held while cops interview him.

A murder investigation has been launched after an elderly man was found dead at a property in Old Trafford

Earlier today, police remained at the scene on Edgbaston Drive. Pictures showed at least two police cars stationed on the road.

Detectives were also spotted carrying out enquiries. In a statement, a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: ‘Yesterday morning at 9:30am, officers were called to a report of a concern for the welfare of a male in a property on Edgbaston Drive, Stretford.

‘Officers attended and a man in his 80s was sadly confirmed dead at the scene. A 51-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody for questioning.’

Emergency services rushed to the scene on Edgbaston Drive at around 9.30am on Wednesday