The body was found at 6.40am on Thursday May 13 at Pike End Road in Rishworth in Calderdale.
It is believed to be that of a man in his 20s from Moss Side in Manchester.
Police believe his death may be related to a disturbance on Delaunays Road, Crumpsall, around 3.40am the same day.
An autopsy revealed that he suffered serious head injuries after being hit with a weapon.
No arrests have yet been made.
The police are urging anyone with information to contact the police.
Superintendent Rebecca Boyce, GMP City of Manchester Division, said: “This is a very serious incident that has caused a man to lose his life under circumstances that appear to be dire. Our thoughts are with his family and our specialist officers will support them through this incredibly difficult time.
“We are working at a great pace to try to piece together the events around this time to find those involved, and we are particularly interested in anyone who has heard of the riots on Delaunays Road or who has witnessed any suspicious behavior in the early hours of the week. Thursday morning, as this could be crucial.
“I understand that this incident will cause concern within the local community, and I would like to assure residents that we have a number of lines of investigation that we are thoroughly investigating. We will also have an increased police presence in the area as we continue our investigation.
“If anyone has any information that can help the police establish all the circumstances surrounding this death, please feel free to get in touch. Even the smallest information could play a vital role in our investigation.”
Anyone with information can contact the police at 0161 856 4815, citing incident number 3364 from 05/13/2021.
Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
Full statement from Greater Manchester Police:
Detectives have launched a murder investigation after the discovery of a body in West Yorkshire of a man believed to be from Manchester.
At around 6.40am yesterday morning (Thursday, May 13, 2021), West Yorkshire Police attended reports of a body found on Pike End Road in Rishworth, Calderdale.
Formal identification has yet to be made, but is believed to be a man in his 20s from the Moss Side area of ​​Manchester, who was linked to a disturbance on Delaunays Road, Crumpsall, around 3.40am on Thursday 13 May.
An autopsy revealed that he suffered serious head injuries after being hit with a weapon.
A murder investigation is underway with the GMP Major Incident Team and detectives are working on all possible lines of investigation.
No arrests have been made and anyone with information is urged to contact the police.
Superintendent Rebecca Boyce, GMP City of Manchester Division, said: “This is a very serious incident that has caused a man to lose his life under circumstances that appear to be dire. Our thoughts are with his family and our specialist officers will support them through this incredibly difficult time.
“We are working at a great pace to try to piece together the events around this time to find those involved, and we are particularly interested in anyone who has heard of the riots on Delaunays Road or who has witnessed any suspicious behavior in the early hours of the week. Thursday morning, as this could be crucial.
“I understand that this incident will cause concern within the local community, and I would like to assure residents that we have a number of lines of investigation that we are thoroughly investigating. We will also have an increased police presence in the area as we continue our investigation.
“If anyone has any information that can help the police establish all the circumstances surrounding this death, please feel free to get in touch. Even the smallest information could play a vital role in our investigation.”
Anyone with information should contact the police on 0161 856 4815, citing incident number 3364 from 05/13/2021.
Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
Greater Manchester Victim Services provides emotional and practical support to anyone affected by crime and is a confidential service. You can contact the service by visiting the website at www.gmvictims.org.uk or by calling 0161200 1950.
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Source: www.yorkshirepost.co.uk
This notice was published: 2021-05-14 20:08:21
