Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the death of a 45 year old man in Wigan
A scene remains in place at a property on Fern Close in Shevington while officers continue to make further enquiries.
Detective Superintendent Simon Hurst of GMP’s Wigan district said: “Our thoughts are of course with the family and loved ones of the victim who sadly was found deceased in his own home. Our officers are currently supporting the victim’s loved ones at this very difficult and upsetting time.
“We are continuing our enquires to fully establish the circumstances leading up to his death as we are unable to confirm currently how he has passed away.
“We would like to reassure the public that we believe this to be an isolated incident that possess no wider threat to the public and we are doing all we can to understand the full circumstances.
“If you live the local area or have travelled near Fern Close in Shevington on Wednesday 9 August in the morning or on Tuesday 8 August and have any information regarding this incident or have witnessed any suspicious behaviour, report this to GMP.
“Any CCTV, dash cam footage or small bits of information will help us piece together what has happened and led to this tragic death.
