Police investigating a property in Blackley where they found bodies over the weekend have released a further statement on the situation.
The semi detached property on Capricorn Road which was the registered address of a funeral Directors was searched was searched and neighbours reported that a number of coffins were removed.
It is understood that post-Mortems were carried out on three bodies and three bodies have since been identified and the respective families have been made aware.
A 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of fraud. He has since been released on bail and enquires, say police, are undoing.
Detective Inspector Claire Moss, of GMP’s north Manchester division, said: “It is important that while this investigation continues to take place that we avoid speculating over information that is not yet known.
“What we can confirm is that we have arrested a man and released him on bail on suspicion of fraud after concerns that money was being taken under false pretences at a registered company addressed to Capricorn Lane.
“We are committed to ensuring that the families of the three bodies that have been formally identified continue to be supported by specialist officers and are now able to go through the necessary next steps to allow their loved ones to rest in peace.
“Our investigating officers are keen to hear from anyone else who may be concerned that they have used this company and we urge those with any concerns to contact police.”
