Remains of baby found in field in Greater Manchester
Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field, Salford.
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Your support makes all the difference.The remains of a baby have been found in a field in Greater Manchester.
Police were called to Ravenscraig Road near Ashtons Field, Salford, at about 1pm on Wednesday after a member of the public discovered the body.
There has been a major police presence at the scene throughout the afternoon, according to reports.
Greater Manchester Police will hold a press conference on Cleggs Lane at about 5.30pm.