Murder arrest after woman found dead at home
Officers were called to Furness Square in Bolton amid concern's for a woman's welfare
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A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead at a home in Greater Manchester.
Police were called to Furness Square in Bolton on Tuesday morning after they received reports of a concerns for the woman's welfare.
The 59-year-old was pronounced dead when they arrived.
A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, Greater Manchester Police said.
Det Ch Insp Dave Turner said: "The thoughts of the entire investigation team remain with the victim’s family at this time.
"We are committed to getting answers for them and establishing what occurred."
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