Statement following the inquest into the death of Teresa McMahon

Assistant Chief Constable Steph Parker, GMP lead for vulnerability and public protection, said: “Teresa’s death has had a devastating impact on all who knew and loved her. Our thoughts remain with them as they continue to come to terms with life without her.

“We have done all we can to ensure the coroner establishes the facts behind Teresa’s death, and to provide her loved ones with the answers they deserve. This includes sharing a comprehensive review in full following complaints about our original investigation into her death.

“We acknowledge and have addressed concerns raised by the coroner around the benefit of scene photos in non-suspicious circumstances, and clearer retention periods for body-worn video.

“Protecting vulnerable people is pivotal to our victim-centred approach across Greater Manchester. We’re responding to incidents more quickly, arresting more suspects, supporting survivors and ensuring our officers are equipped with all available and innovative tools to protect victims.

“These tools include Clare’s Law – where we have made almost 1,500 disclosures this year to those with the right to ask or know – and the government’s Domestic Abuse Prevention Order pilot being trialled in Bury, which we successfully secured for the first time in court today.

“All of this is with a view to continuing to achieve more positive outcomes for victims – with around 1,300 more victims securing justice compared to three years ago – and keeping vulnerable people – particularly women and girls – safe across Greater Manchester.”