Police officers have returned to the scene were a baby's remains were found. 

GMP were originally called to the property in Marsh Green, Wigan, on April 10 and the remains were found on April 12. 

On April 13, police briefed that they had arrested five people between the ages of 20 and 70 for concealing a death and unlawful burial. 

They remain on bail at this time. 

Now, police have returned to the property due to "further enquiries needing to be completed". 

Officers are stressing that reopening scenes are "often standard procedure, particularly during complex investigations".

Detective Chief Inspector John Davies leading the investigation said, “This continues to be an upsetting incident and unlike anything I have come across during my policing career so far.

“Officers and forensic experts are back today at Marsh Green and could be there for some time. This is to conduct further enquiries which will ultimately assist my investigation and I hope to get us closer to finding out the full circumstances. 

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“I want to be clear, as to dispel any speculation, we do not believe there are remains belonging to any other parties at this property. It is being treated as an isolated incident.

“I understand that seeing officers back at this property may cause concern, and anyone who feels that way is welcome to speak to those at the scene. You will be listened to, and I hope reassured that this is just about us being as thorough as is possible. 

“Me and my team are determined to get to the bottom of what has happened here, but as processes and enquiries are still ongoing, are continuing to keep an open mind.”

Anyone with any information which they believe could assist police enquiries is encouraged to call 101 quoting log 1609 of 10/04/24. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.