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Murder arrest after death of man at house

News imageBBC Policeman in black uniform and cap speaks to two forensic officers in white kit as they stand outside the entrance to the brick house. A garden lawn and plants are at the front with wheelie bin at the side of the house.BBC
The 48-year-old victim was discovered by emergency services at a house in Royton

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after another man was found dead at a house in Greater Manchester.

The 48-year-old victim was discovered by emergency services in Higginshaw Lane in Royton, Oldham, on Sunday morning.

He was declared dead at the scene, in what police believe is an "isolated incident that poses no wider threat to the public".

A 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody for questioning.

News imageA yellow and blue liveried police vehicle is parked up on the kerb outside the house.
Police said extra officers would patrol the area during enquiries

Det Insp Rachel Smith, from Greater Manchester Police, said: "We understand the concern this incident may cause across the local community, but I would like to reassure you that we believe this to be an isolated incident that poses no wider threat to the public.

"We are open to all lines of enquiry at this early stage of the investigation and we are conducting extensive enquiries to establish the full circumstances of this incident."

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