Police investigating the death of a man at an address in Macclesfield have launched a murder investigation.

At 10:35pm on Tuesday 19th August police were called to 1A Cross Street, Macclesfield following reports of a sudden death. 

On arrival officers sadly discovered the body of 41 year old Steven Rothwell. Next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers at this difficult time. 

A Home Office Post Mortem is taking place today (Wednesday 20th August) 

Enquiries have led to the arrest of a 41 year old man and a 21 year old woman, both from the Macclesfield area. A third woman aged 42 has also been arrested. All currently remain in custody. 

DI Simon Mills who is leading the investigation said "Officers are currently in the Macclesfield area carrying out further enquiries into the circumstances of the death. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the area of Cross Street between 8am on Monday 18th August and 11pm on Tuesday 19th August. The same goes for anyone who has CCTV, doorbell footage or dashcam in relation to those times and locations. Information can be shared with us using the link below"