A tragic incident in Rochdale has claimed the lives of an elderly woman and her son, with a suspected carbon monoxide leak under investigation.
An elderly woman and a man in his 60s, believed to be mother and son, tragically passed away following an incident in Rochdale. A suspected carbon monoxide leak is being investigated as the potential cause. Emergency services responded swiftly to Foxholes Road shortly after 5.10pm on Friday (December 27). Police confirmed the man's death at the scene, while the woman, in her 80s, was hospitalized but later died.
Reports from neighbors suggest a loud noise came from the area on Friday night, although the exact cause remains unconfirmed. Numerous police vehicles, ambulances, and Cadent vans were present. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service was involved between 6pm and 8pm. Currently, there are no indications of suspicious circumstances, according to the Manchester Evening News. A police spokesperson stated: 'At around 5.10pm on Friday, December 27 2024, we were called to reports of a concern for welfare on Foxholes Road in Rochdale. Sadly, a man in his 60s was found dead at the scene and a woman in her 80s later died in hospital.' 'There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding their deaths. Investigations are ongoing.' Further details are awaited from Cadent and GMFRS
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