A man has died after a suspected stabbing near a park in Salford last night, Monday.

Police were called to a location close to Clarendon Park shortly after midnight to reports a man suffered serious injuries consistent with a stab wound.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Initial police enquiries are underway and no arrests have yet been made.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Superintendent Natalie Dalby, said: "We will continue to investigate what we believe to be an isolated incident, with no wider risk to the public.

"These are the very early stages of what is now a murder investigation, and a team of detectives are working tirelessly to piece together information and evidence.

“We will be following-up a number of different lines of enquiry we have to ensure those responsible are brought to justice."

“Officers from the Salford district will be providing a visible presence in the coming days for reassurance and we would like to thank the local community for their cooperation and patience so far.”

While officers are gathering evidence from the scene and the surrounding area, anyone with information, CCTV, is asked to contact police via 101 quoting incident 12 of December 27.

Always dial 999 in an emergency.

A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been opened to receive information, and you can directly submit images and mobile phone, dash-cam, or doorbell footage here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/06GMP22S50-PO1.

Details can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.