Police looking to find next of kin of 73-year-old man who died in Woodley

By Alasdair Perry 19th May 2026

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Local News by Alasdair Perry 19th May 2026

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Police are appealing to the public to help trace the family of Kenneth Mason, who died aged 73 in Woodley (Image - GMP)

Police are looking to find the next of kin of a man who died in Woodley.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are appealing for any information which can help trace the family of Kenneth Mason.

Kenneth died aged 73, at at Langdale Road in Woodley on 17 May 2026.

There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

GMP said in a statement: "Anyone with information about Kenneth Mason's next of kin should contact the Police Coroner's Office in Stockport on 0161 856 7978."

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