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Remains of baby found in field in Greater Manchester

Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field, Salford.

Ted Hennessey
Wednesday 20 November 2024 17:36 GMT
Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field (PA)
Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field (PA) (PA Wire)

The remains of a baby have been found in a field in Greater Manchester.

Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field, Salford, at about 1pm on Wednesday after a member of the public discovered the body.

There has been a major police presence at the scene throughout the afternoon, according to reports.

Greater Manchester Police will hold a press conference on Cleggs Lane at about 5.30pm.

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