A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 51-year-old woman was stabbed to death in broad daylight in Tameside.

At around 12pm yesterday (Friday) police received reports that a woman had been stabbed on Edge Lane in Droylsden.

Despite the best efforts of the emergency services the woman died at the scene.

A murder investigation was immediately launched by GMP’s Major Incident Team, and a 28-year-old man has today (Saturday) been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The suspect remains in police custody for questioning.

Police have urged anyone with information on the incident to come forward and have said there will be an increase in the number of officers in the area over the coming days.

Chief superintendent Phil Davies, Tameside’s District Commander said: “Our officers have been working around the clock to identify and arrest the person responsible.

“We have a man in custody however this is still the early stages of the investigation after a woman’s life was tragically taken and we are in the process of piecing together the full circumstances and are keeping an open mind.

“Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the victim as well as with the community who have been deeply affected by this incident.

“I understand the nature of the incident will cause concern in our communities, not just in Tameside, but across Greater Manchester.

“As a result, there will be a visible increase of police officers in the area over the coming days and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to them.

“We are determined to find answers and bring the person responsible to justice. I appeal to anyone who saw or heard anything to come forwards and if you have any information that could assist our investigation – no matter how small it may seem - please share it with the police.”

Anyone with information, CCTV or video footage regarding the incident or anyone who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area at around 12pm yesterday, are urged to contact GMP by calling 101 or going to www.gmp.police.uk quoting log 1353 of 02/06/2023.

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously via the independent charity - Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.