A significant police operation was initiated following the discovery of a woman’s body in a canal. Emergency response teams were spotted at Bridgewater Canal in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, on Wednesday morning. A specialized police unit is conducting a thorough search in the vicinity, with a section of the canal path cordoned off by authorities on nearby Oldfield Road.
Regrettably, Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the body of a woman was found in the water, as reported by Manchester Evening News. According to the police statement, officers responded to a call shortly before 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, regarding a body in the water at Atlantic Street, Altrincham.
Emergency services promptly arrived at the scene, and the woman’s body was recovered from the water. Police are currently working on identifying her to notify and assist her family and determining the circumstances surrounding her death. Stay updated with the latest news by subscribing to email alerts for the day’s top stories.