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Man found dead in Denton

Town Lane in Denton. Image: Google Maps.

A man has been found dead on a street in Denton, police have confirmed. 

Greater Manchester Police said they received a report at around 6.30pm on Wednesday (24 August) about concern for the welfare of a male on Town Lane. 

Emergency services - including paramedics and firefighters - attended and a 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. 

A GMP spokesperson added that there are believed to be no suspicious circumstances and a report is being prepared for the coroner. 

The street was cordoned off for several hours, with investigators seen working around a block of flats. 

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