Overview
- Emergency services were called to Berrycroft Manor in Romiley shortly after 7:30am on September 29 following reports of a fall.
- Greater Manchester Police said the woman, 78, was taken to hospital and died later the same day, with her family being supported.
- Police inquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances, and authorities have not confirmed reports that she fell from a window.
- Home manager Michael Blissett called the incident a tragic accident and said the home is working with the Health and Safety Executive and the CQC.
- The CQC confirmed it is liaising with the home and police to determine if regulatory steps are needed, noting the home was rated good at its September 2024 inspection.