Woman arrested on suspicion of murdering elderly man in Bolton
A 75-year-old's body was found at an address by police on Friday morning.
Last updated 18th Jul 2026
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the discovery of an elderly man's body in Bolton.
Greater Manchester Police were called to an address on Ormrod Street at around 8am on Friday 17 July. Officers found the body of a 75-year-old man inside the address. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 49-year-old woman was detained on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.
The force's Major Incident Team has started a murder investigation and is continuing to pursue multiple lines of enquiry to establish the full circumstances.
Formal identification of the victim is yet to take place, but next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported at this time.
Detective Inspector Louise Kelly has said: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the victim's family and loved ones as they navigate through this loss. They will continue to be supported by our specialist officers during this difficult time.
"It is our priority to obtain some answers regarding the full circumstances of this tragic incident, and we are appealing for information from the public to help us progress our investigation."
Anyone with CCTV footage or mobile phone footage that may relate to the investigation are being urged to provide it via a Major Incident Portal which has been set up.
Alterantively people can contact the force via 101 of on the online Live Chat, quoting log 744 of 17/07/26.
Information can also be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.