Woman arrested in York on suspicion of conspiracy to murder

A woman was arrested in York today (Tuesday) on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.

The suspect, aged 38, has been taken to custody ahead of being questioned by detectives from Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team.

She was arrested by officers investigating the murder of Liam Smith.

He was found on Kilburn Drive in Wigan on the evening of Thursday 24 November after he was subject to a fatal gunshot wound and an acid attack.

The York woman is the fifth suspect to be questioned by Manchester detectives over the killing.

Michael Hillier of Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, was charged with murder last month.

Detective Chief Inspector Gina Brennand, of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said today: “We are continuing to search for justice for Liam’s loved ones and as the investigation progresses we ensure his family are updated.

“Our investigation is moving at pace, and we continue to work relentlessly to capture a picture of what happened in the events leading up to Liam’s death.

“So far, eight warrants and 25 property searches have been executed as part of the murder inquiry.

“I ask anyone who may have seen something suspicious in the area that evening to come forward and know that information will be treated with the strictest confidence. It only takes one crucial piece of information that may be key to achieving answers for Liam’s family and friends.”

You can submit information through the Greater Manchester Police website here.

And you can report information anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.