Detectives have launched an investigation after two men died in Manchester city centre.
Shortly after 5.30am today (Wednesday 26 September) police were called to Portland Street to reports that a man had fallen from a building.
Officers attended but the man, who is believed to be in his 20s, sadly died at the scene. It is believed that he fell from the 5th floor of the Britannia Hotel.
Officers investigating the incident then gained entry to a room on the first floor of the hotel and found another man who was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His death is being treated as suspicious, and officers are currently working to establish the identity of this man and contact his next of kin.
Silver Street in the city centre remains closed.
Detective Chief Inspector, Amber Waywell, of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “We are continuing to investigate the circumstances of this incident and a scene remains in place on Silver Street.
“The investigation is still in its early stages but we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.
“I would urge anyone with information that could assist our investigation to please get in touch as soon as possible.”
Anyone with information should call GMP on 101 quoting reference number 261 of 26/09/18, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
