The emergency services, including armed police, were called to a block of flats in Blackley on Sunday evening, April 19, after a woman was discovered deceased.

The incident unfolded on BroadmossDrive, specifically at the entrance of Somerton Court, where a significant police presence, including detectives, forensics, and ambulance staff, was observed.

Following the discovery, a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.

The authorities from GreaterManchester Policehave reassured the public that there is no wider risk, despite the serious nature of the incident.

Cordons were established on Broadmoss Drive, with police tape restricting access to Somerton Court.

The Traffic data company Inrix reported that the road was partially blocked in both directions due to the ongoing police operation.

A resident of Somerton Court recounted hearing armed police enter the tower block.

They described hearing a "big bang" at 6:26 PM, suggesting a door had been forced open.

The resident also observed approximately four ambulances arriving alongside armed police, indicating the scale of the emergency response.

A scene remains in place as the investigation continues.