A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death in Droylsden, Greater Manchester police have said.

Officers attended an incident in Edge Lane at about midday on Friday and found a 51-year-old woman had been stabbed. She died at the scene.

The force said the suspect had been arrested on Friday evening and remained in police custody.

GMP’s Tameside’s district commander, Ch Supt Phil Davies, said: “Our officers have been working around the clock to identify and arrest the person responsible. We have a man in custody, however, this is still the early stages of the investigation after a woman’s life was tragically taken and we are in the process of piecing together the full circumstances and are keeping an open mind.

“Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the victim as well as with the community who have been deeply affected by this incident. I understand the nature of the incident will cause concern in our communities, not just in Tameside, but across Greater Manchester.

“As a result, there will be a visible increase of police officers in the area over the coming days and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to them. We are determined to find answers and bring the person responsible to justice.

“I appeal to anyone who saw or heard anything to come forward and if you have any information that could assist our investigation – no matter how small it may seem – please share it with the police.”

Anyone with information, CCTV or video footage or who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area at about noon on Friday is asked to contact GMP by calling 101. Information can also be shared anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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