POLICE who launched a murder inquiry after a man was found with fatal gunshot wounds in Bury are investigating a possible drugs connection.

Police were called to an address in Goldfinch Drive by paramedics early today.

Officers arrived at the scene shortly after 3.15am and found the body of Rupert Satchell lying inside the house.

Further details about his identity have not yet been released.

Detectives are appealing for anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Bury CID on 0161 856 8150 or Crimestoppers on free phone 0800 555 111.