Appeal for information following death of man in Wigan Town Centre

Officers are appealing for information after a man sadly died last week in Wigan Town Centre.

Shortly after 2pm on Thursday 25 September, officers received reports that a man had been discovered with serious injuries at the Grand Arcade car park.

Sadly, the man, aged 38, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family have been informed and have been supported by specialist officers.

There are not currently believed to be any suspicious circumstances involved.

Officers are investigating the full circumstances and events leading up to the man’s death, and are appealing for anyone who has any information to come forward.

This includes anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any footage that captures the events.

Detective Inspector Janet Malone, from Greater Manchester Police, said: “This is a tragic incident which has seen a man lose his life. Our thoughts remain with his family and friends at this time.

“While we do not believe that anyone else was involved, we are working to establish a timeline for the man’s death, to provide his loved ones with the answers they deserve.”

You can contact police via 101 or our Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1865 of 25/09/25.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.