A large emergency services response was seen in Ramsbottom on Sunday evening, 4 May, after a man’s body was tragically discovered in the River Irwell.
The incident unfolded near Nuttall Lane, off Bolton Street, where locals reported a heavy police and fire service presence. Witnesses described seeing more than ten police vehicles, as well as fire engines and Tactical Aid units converging on the wooded area alongside the river. A cordon was quickly put in place and a footbridge over the River Irwell was also sealed off.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed they were called following a concern for welfare report involving a man. Sadly, a body was recovered from the water shortly afterwards. Formal identification has not yet taken place and no further details about the deceased have been released.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service assisted police at the scene as the response unfolded. The nature of the incident led to a significant deployment of resources, although authorities have not indicated whether the death is being treated as suspicious.
Officers remained at the location into the evening as investigations continued. The scene, situated in a more secluded area of the riverside woodland, was cordoned off as police examined the area.
A GMP spokesperson said enquiries into the man’s death are ongoing, and further updates will be provided when appropriate.
Our photographer has sent us these photos from the scene:
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