A body has been found on an alleyway in Manchester. The death of the 'deceased male' is 'currently unexplained', according to police.

Greater Manchester Police are investigating after being called to the scene on Wednesday morning. It comes after the alley which runs behind Great Western Street in Moss Side was cordoned off.

Images from the scene show a blue forensic tent in place at one part of the alley.

At least two crime scene investigation vans have been seen in attendance. Multiple police officers are also in attendance at the scene.

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The police cordon, and investigation, is currently centred around the alleyway between Great Western Street and Albermarle Street.

A GMP spokesperson said: "This morning (Wednesday 6 August 2025) we were c

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