18/07/2013

Police Release New Image of Murder Suspect

New CCTV images have been released of a man wanted in connection with the murder and rape of his ex-girlfriend.

Police are still looking for 28-year-old Michael Cope, who has been on the run for almost three months. He is wanted in connection with the death of Linzi Ashton, whose body was found at her home in Winton, east of Machester on Saturday 29 June.

The latest images to be released show Cope buying food at a convenience store on Atherton Road in Hindley, Wigan, at 1.25pm on Sunday 14 July, where he also withdrew money.

Police have urged the people of Hindley and Wigan to remain vigilant and contact them if they have seen Cope or any have any information on his whereabouts.

(MH/CD)

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