The men, aged 72 and 73, were detained on Friday night on suspicion of murder

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Two men in their 70s have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at her home in Bolton.

The men, aged 72 and 73, were detained after the woman’s death on Friday night, Greater Manchester police said.

Emergency services were called to the Lostock area of the town shortly before 10pm after reports that a woman had been seriously injured.

The woman, thought to be in her 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.

Police say they are keeping an open mind about the incident but a post-mortem examination is due to take place later on Saturday.

An appeal has been launched for anyone with information to come forward.

Det Supt Howard Millington said: “Firstly, I would like to pay respect to the woman who has tragically lost her life. My thoughts are with her family and friends at what must be an unimaginably devastating time.

“Whilst we have made two arrests, it is important to stress that we are keeping an open mind about the circumstances of the woman’s death and will work tirelessly to keep her family updated of any developments.

“We have a dedicated team of officers who are working hard to piece together exactly what has happened in order to provide those closest to the woman with much-deserved answers.”