Greater Manchester Police Probe Fatal Shooting in Urmston After One Person Dies

URMSTON, Greater Manchester — Greater Manchester Police are investigating a fatal shooting that took place in Urmston on Friday, leading to a significant emergency response and an increased police presence in the area.

Officers were called to Higher Road following reports of gunfire. Witnesses reported seeing multiple police vans and patrol cars at the scene, along with a police helicopter circling overhead as authorities secured the area and searched nearby streets.

Police confirmed that one person was shot and later died from their injuries. The victim’s identity has not been released as officers work to notify next of kin.

Large sections of Higher Road were cordoned off while forensic teams conducted examinations and detectives began their investigation. Residents were advised to avoid the area as inquiries continued.

At this stage, police have not released any information about a suspect or a possible motive. Officers are appealing for witnesses and anyone with relevant information, including CCTV or dashcam footage from the area, to come forward.

The investigation remains ongoing, and further updates are expected as more details become available.