Woman and young girl found dead at a property in Salford

A woman and a young girl has been found dead in a property in Salford after reports of a concern for welfare at a property on Radford Street in Salford shortly after 10.30am today (23 September 2024)

Officers attended, with assistance from North West Ambulance Service and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and a 40-year-old woman and an 8-year-old girl were both sadly found dead in the property.

All known next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

Detective Superintendent Simon Moyles of our Salford district, said: “A woman and young girl were both tragically found dead and we are working hard as a team to establish what happened here this morning. 

“Whilst we are not actively looking for anyone else in relation to this investigation, I understand the news of their deaths and the large police and emergency services presence at the address will most likely cause some concern to residents and those further afield in Greater Manchester.

“I want to reassure them that we believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider threat in the community.

“A cordon has been put in place and there is a scene is contained on South Radford Street. We continue to thank the public for their patience as we respond in the area.

“We have placed a number of highly visible officers to patrol in and around the area should any residents wish to come and talk to us or pass on any information they may have about this tragic incident.

“If you have any information, contact us on 101 quoting log 998 of 23/09/2024.”