Police are appealing for information after a 36-year-old man was found dead in Moss Side, with two men arrested and released on bail as enquiries continue.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of a man’s body in Moss Side last week.

At around 8.30am on Wednesday, August 6, officers were called to Great Western Street, where they sadly found the deceased man. Specialist officers are supporting his family during this difficult time.

As part of their investigation, Greater Manchester Police arrested a 56-year-old man on Friday August 8 on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, and a 38-year-old man on Tuesday August 12 on suspicion of manslaughter. Both have since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Detectives are keeping an open mind as they work to establish a timeline of events and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death, which remain unexplained.

It is believed he attended an address on Greenheys Lane, Hulme, in the early hours of Wednesday morning, leaving at around 1.30am.

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The deceased is described as a Black man, 36 years old, approximately 5ft 7ins tall, of medium build.

He was wearing a dark beanie-style hat, dark coat with lighter detailing, grey/blue Nike Air Max jogging bottoms and sweatshirt, and black Nike trainers.

Detective Chief Inspector Michelle Buchanan, of GMP City of Manchester division, said: “I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased. Our team are in the early stages of this investigation and it is important that we keep an open mind while we explore all avenues.

“We thank the local community for their patience and cooperation so far.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting log 606 of 06/08/25, use GMP’s LiveChat service, or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.