Two men have been arrested after a 52-year-old man died following an alleged assault in Rochdale town centre in the early hours of Saturday morning.
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man after an incident in Rochdale.
Greater Manchester Police were called at around 1.30am on Saturday, 26 September, following reports of an assault on South Parade.
Officers found a 52-year-old man unconscious at the scene. He was taken to hospital for treatment but died despite the efforts of emergency services.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident and remain in police custody for questioning.
Detectives from Greater Manchester Police's Major Incident Team are leading the investigation and are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the man's death.
The victim's family are being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Claire Brennan said a dedicated team of detectives was investigating what happened and appealed directly to anyone who was in the South Parade area during the early hours of Saturday to come forward.
Police are particularly interested in CCTV, doorbell, dashcam or mobile phone footage which may have captured the incident or suspicious activity before or afterwards.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or via LiveChat, quoting log 250 of 26 September 2026. Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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