36-year-old missing man from Manchester is found dead in Ukraine

A man from Manchester who went missing has been found dead in Ukraine.

Daniel Burke (07/06/1987) went missing from South Manchester on Wednesday 16 August 2023. He was reported missing after his family didn’t hear from him and believed he had travelled to Ukraine.

Following DNA tests, the Ukrainian authorities have sadly identified the man as Daniel Burke.

Daniel’s family have been kept updated throughout this investigation and GMP continue to work closely with them and have specially trained officers in place to offer support.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Hughes who is GMP’s Lead for Disaster Victim Identification said: “This is a tragic case and we do not underestimate the impact it has had on Daniel’s family who have been left devastated by his loss.

“I can confirm the Ukrainian authorities are treating Daniel's death as a homicide and GMP Serious Crime Division is assisting and has completed a number of enquiries to aid the investigation.

“These are difficult circumstances and GMP is continuing to work with the family and the Ukrainian authorities to re-patriate Daniel and bring him home.

“Daniel’s family have asked for privacy during this difficult time.”