Two men have been arrested for murder and kidnap after a body was found near Wigan. A man was found dead off White Moss Road South in Skelmersdale, near to the junction with Liverpool Road, yesterday (Tuesday).
He is believed to be from Greater Manchester. Police said a missing person investigation was launched on Saturday (February 19) after they received 'a report of suspicious circumstances the next day'. READ MORE: Body found off busy road near Wigan as police and forensics swarm area The incident has now been referred to GMP's Professional Standards Branch.
It will also be referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). Two men - aged 48 and 51 - have been arrested on suspicion of kidnap and murder.
Another 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to kidnap and murder. They all remain in police custody.
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