Detectives open more scenes following additional intelligence and information in connection with Kersal murder investigation

Across the weekend, overnight and into today (Sunday 28 April 2024), our detectives and specialist officers have continued to pursue all available lines of enquiry in relation to our investigation following the discovery of human remains in Kersal Wetlands, Salford at the start of this month.

Working around the clock there has been further breakthroughs and we now have four current scenes in place around the local area in relation to this incident.

These are Worsley Road, Winton, Blackleach Reservoir in Salford, Linneyshaw Colliery Wood also in Salford and Mitchell Street in Bury.

As we have mentioned before, these scenes are to preserve any evidence found whilst also making sure we leave no stone unturned in finding out what happened in these tragic set of circumstances.

Both men arrested earlier this week on suspicion of murder, a 42 and 68-year-old who we believe are known to each other, remain in extended custody for further questioning around these developments.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Hughes of our Serious Crime Division said; “As we close the net further on this investigation and uncover more intelligence, I want to reassure our communities we are doing everything in our power to ensure we obtain every available bit of available evidence.

“Our investigation so far has been a far-reaching and painstaking process, trawling through hundreds of hours of CCTV alongside recording several accounts from the public around the circumstances.

“The four scenes in place are to make sure we investigate thoroughly and continue with our good progress and remain committed on keeping you updated as and when we make further developments.

“We are still appealing to our local communities, if they have seen, heard or witnessed anything suspicious in the areas mentioned, please do the right thing and come forward as it is not too late and that tiny bit of detail you have could be crucial.

“You can do this by calling 101 and quoting log number 2695 of 04/04/2024. If you would like to remain anonymous, details can be shared via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.”

A dedicated portal for anyone to submit images or video footage which could help our officers can be found here: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)