Two Men Arrested After Rochdale Murder

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found dead in Rochdale. Police were called to Royds Street, Turf Hill, Rochdale, following reports from the Ambulance Service that a man had been attacked. It is reported that the man was in his 40s. The death is being treated as suspicious although the exact cause of death is yet to be determined. Forensics and officers from Greater Manchester Police's major investigation unit have cordoned off the road and are making house-to-house enquiries this morning. A post mortem is due to be carried out. Two men aged 26 and 36, from Rochdale, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They remain in custody for questioning. Police are appealing for witnesses.

Inquiry Into Baby Death

An investigation into the death of a baby girl is to be reopened. Five days have been set aside for a fatal accident inquiry. Angus Hutcheson, from Melrose, was born and died at Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary in 2004. The infant's death was not suspicious although the hearing will investigate the circumstances. The inquiry will begin at Jedburgh Sheriff Court on 25 August, with a further four days if required.

(DS)