Major search operation taking place in the River Irwell in Salford
Greater Manchester Police received reports of a man entering water early this morning
Last updated 26th Oct 2025
A major search operation is taking place in the River Irwell in Salford.
Greater Manchester Police say they received reports of a man entering water early this morning (Sunday 26th October 2025).
Cordons are in place on and around the Irwell Street bridge as emergency services work at the scene.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said:
"Emergency services are responding to an incident following reports that a male entered the River Irwell in Salford this morning (Sunday 26 October).
"At around 3:13am, officers were called regarding a concern for welfare on the Irwell Street bridge, and officers are now appealing for information from the public to help locate the individual.
"He has been described as a white male, in his 20s, average build with short brown hair, faded at the bottom. He was last seen wearing a grey jacket and black trousers."
Detective Inspector Paul Davies from Salford's Criminal Investigation Department said:
"We understand how distressing this situation is, and I want to reassure the wider community that officers are working closely with specialist units to find the individual and notify those involved.
"We are dedicating a number of resources to find him, and we are continuing our enquiries to establish the circumstances of this incident.
"Scenes are currently in place around the bridge and river and we urge anyone with information to come forward and report."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Greater Manchester Police via the force's website or by calling 101, quoting Log 534 of 26/10/25.