Baby’s remains found near motorway bridge
The remains of an infant were found on land near the highway.
Police were called to Ashton Stadium in Little Helton, Salford, at around 13:00 GMT after a passerby reported the discovery of the baby’s body.
A cordon has been put in place in the area near the M61, with a large number of emergency services on scene.
The Linnyshaw Loop and an entrance to Ashtons Field can be seen blocked by Greater Manchester Police.