Scene reopens at Wigan property following discovery of baby remains

The scene at a property on Marsh Green in Wigan has today (Friday 26 April 2024) been reopened due to further enquiries needing to be completed.

We were originally called to the property on Wednesday 10 April, with human remains of a baby being discovered on Friday 12 April. Since then, our investigation has seen many force resources come together to understand the circumstances of how these remains came to be here.  

We’d like to reassure people that reopening scenes are often standard procedure, particularly during complex investigations. Officers and forensic experts are simply there conducting further enquiries as our investigation continues.

The five people originally arrested remain on police bail at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector John Davies leading the investigation said, “This continues to be an upsetting incident and unlike anything I have come across during my policing career so far.

“Officers and forensic experts are back today at Marsh Green and could be there for some time. This is to conduct further enquiries which will ultimately assist my investigation and I hope to get us closer to finding out the full circumstances.

“I want to be clear, as to dispel any speculation, we do not believe there are remains belonging to any other parties at this property. It is being treated as an isolated incident.

“I understand that seeing officers back at this property may cause concern, and anyone who feels that way is welcome to speak to those at the scene. You will be listened to, and I hope reassured that this is just about us being as thorough as is possible. 

“Me and my team are determined to get to the bottom of what has happened here, but as processes and enquiries are still ongoing, are continuing to keep an open mind.”

Anyone with any information which they believe could assist our enquiries is encouraged to call 101 quoting log 1609 of 10/04/24. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.