Arrest over ‘assisted suicide’

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of assisting suicide following the ‘sudden death of a woman’.

Police rushed to a home in Brookhouse Avenue, Farnworth, to reports of the ‘sudden death’ at around 2.30am on Sunday, February 21.

Paramedics were also rushed to the scene but a 55-year-old woman was pronounced dead.

An investigation was launched by detectives.

A 28-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of assisted suicide and has been released under investigation as enquiries continue.

Greater Manchester Police is also appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

A neighbour, who saw the emergency crews arrive, said: “I woke up about 4am and came downstairs and I saw an ambulance and two police cars.

“I didn’t think much of it and went back to bed but when I woke up the police were still there. A little bit after I saw the forensics coming and going, they were taking pictures for a few minutes.”

A spokesperson for the force said: “Officers were called around 2.30am on Sunday, February 21, 2021 to Brookhouse Avenue, Farnworth to a report of the sudden death of a woman.

“An 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisted suicide and released under investigation pending further enquiries.”

● Call police on 0161 856 9908.

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