A man's body has been discovered at a south Manchester park.

The body was discovered close to the lake at Platt Fields Park , Fallowfield , at around 9am this morning.

Detectives have launched an investigation into the incident and the area close to the lake has been cordoned off.

The fire service and an ambulance are also said to be in attendance at the scene.

Greater Manchester Police have not yet confirmed if the man's body was found in the water or close to the lake.

It is not yet known if there are any suspicious circumstances surrounding the incident.

Joggers hoping to take part in the weekly park run event, which winds its way through the park, reported seeing police and fire officers next to the lake early on Saturday morning.

A GMP spokesman confirmed that officers are currently at the scene following reports of a body in the water.

He added: "Shortly before 9am on Saturday officers were called to Platt Fields Park following reports that a body had been found.

"Officers attended and found the body of a man.

"We have launched an investigation which is in the very early stages."