An eight-year-old girl and a woman have been found dead at a home in Salford, Greater Manchester Police said.
Officers were called following reports of a concern for welfare at the property in South Radford Street, Salford, shortly after 10.30am on Monday, police said.
Both the child and the woman, 40, were found dead at the scene after assistance from North West Ambulance Service and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
All known next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
The force said it was not actively looking for anyone else in the investigation and that there was no wider threat in the community.
Detective Superintendent Simon Moyles said: “A woman and young girl were both tragically found dead and we are working hard as a team to establish what happened here this morning.”
He said a cordon has been put in place.
Det Supt Moyles added: “We have placed a number of highly visible officers to patrol in and around the area should any residents wish to come and talk to us or pass on any information they may have about this tragic incident.”
A Salford City Council spokesperson said: “We are aware of the terribly sad news this morning and our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of those who have tragically lost their lives.
“We’re working closely with GMP and assisting them with their ongoing investigation and our teams will be supporting both local residents and council staff who have no doubt been greatly affected by the events today.”
Anyone with information on the incident has been asked to call 101 quoting log 998 of 23/09/2024.
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