Bolton by just a few metres of tarmac, those living in the four rows of terraces facing the rectangular park stood on their front steps, in their garden paths and at their windows as crime scene investigators arrived.
At around 3pm, the news was confirmed by Greater Manchester Police.A 44-year-old man had suffered a 'medical episode', prompting paramedics to rush to the recreational spot.Police quickly followed, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.Neighbours then watched on as forensic investigators pinned up a piece of tarpaulin and began combing a patch of bushes, surrounded by police tape.
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