The man arrested yesterday on suspicion of murder after a body of a missing girl was found in Tameside has been bailed
Police have now confirmed that the body of 17-year-old missing person is Catherine Blackhurst
Her next of kin have been informed and officers are supporting them.
A Home Office Post Mortem found that Catherine’s cause of death remains unascertained at this time
Detective Chief Inspector Anna Barker said: “Our investigation is progressing and we are working incredibly hard to support Catherine’s friends and family during this tragic time.
“We know today would have been Catherine’s 18th birthday, and getting the answers for Catherine’s loved ones is at the forefront of the investigation team’s minds.
“The arrested man has been bailed pending further investigation as we progress all available lines of enquiry, such as forensics, to ascertain Catherine’s cause of death.
“We are still appealing for anyone who may have been in the area of Whalley Close on the Saturday and early hours of Sunday morning to come forward and assist us in our enquiries.
