A man has died in custody after he was arrested earlier today.
The 57-year-old was held by Greater Manchester Police following reports of a disturbance in Cheadle, near Stockport.
However he became unwell shortly after his arrival at Cheadle Heath Police Station.
Police staff provided medical assistance and called for an ambulance, which transported the man to hospital in Stockport.
He was pronounced dead at 6.50am. His next of kin have been informed.
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Greater Manchester Police informed the Independent Office for Police Conduct of the death shortly afterwards and an independent investigation was declared at around 7.30am.
IOPC Regional Director Amanda Rowe said: “Our sympathies are with the man’s family and all those affected by his death.
"We have met with family members to explain our role and we will keep them regularly updated.
“Our investigation is obviously at a very early stage and we will be carrying a thorough investigation into all the circumstances.”
Greater Manchester Police Chief Superintendent Wayne Miller said: “Earlier this morning we received a report of a disturbance at a property in Stockport.
“Local officers swiftly responded to the incident and arrested a man.
“On arrival at Cheadle Police Station, the man became unwell and he was taken to hospital but he was sadly pronounced dead. Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this devastating time.
“We have made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct who are independently investigating and we will continue to co-operate with them fully.”
