Man’s body found in Manchester alleyway as cops launch probe over ‘unexplained’ death

Published on August 06, 2025 at 04:25 PM
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A MAN’s body has been found in an alleyway, with cops probing the “currently unexplained” death.

The deceased male was found in an alleyway in Manchester.

Police tape across an alleyway crime scene.
Police attended the scene in the alleyway at the back of Great Western St, Moss Side
Police officer standing by a forensic tent in an alleyway.
A forensic tent could be seen in an alleyway adjacent to Great Western Street

Police were called to the scene behind in Moss Side on Wednesday morning, and cordoned of the alleyway to investigate.

A blue forensic tent was seen in place at one part of the alley.

Two crime scene investigation vans were also seen, with multiple police officers in attendance.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “This morning (Wednesday 6 August 2025) we were called to Great Western Street, Moss Side, where we found a deceased male at the scene.

“We are working to identify him and the circumstances which led to his death, which is currently unexplained.

“There are officers in the area conducting inquiries including extensive house to house and CCTV.”

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact GMP on 0161 856 9923, 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 11.

Police officer standing guard by a forensic tent in an alleyway.
Police confirmed the body of the male was found in the early hours of this morning

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