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Manchester murder arrest after woman found dead in Moss Side

Crondall Street, Manchester <i>(Image: Google)</i>
Crondall Street, Manchester (Image: Google)
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A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman was found dead at a property in Manchester.

Police were called to a disturbance at an address on Crondall Street, Moss Side, shortly before 1.30pm on Monday, October 19, 2026.

Emergency services attended the scene and discovered the body of a woman.

A 26-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.

Detective Chief Inspector Louise Edwards from GMP's Major Incident Team said: "We understand an incident of this nature will cause concern however we would like to reassure the public that we believe this is an isolated incident and there is no wider threat to the community.

"We would ask that people stay away from the scene and we’d like to thank the local community for their patience whilst officers undertake their work."

Enquiries remain ongoing.

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