Body found on Broadbent Road shocks Oldham residents
Police closed Broadbent Road in Watersheddings, Oldham, on Friday morning after a man's body was found near the post office. The road was cordoned off just after 8am, with police confirming the discovery shortly after 11am. Residents expressed shock and sadness, describing the area as normally quiet with two primary schools and a cricket club. Kingsland School nearby reported no disruption to pupils. Greater Manchester Police confirmed an investigation is ongoing.