Police renew efforts to solve 1971 murder of teenager Dorothy Leyden in Greater Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.uk — January 12, 2025, 05:00 PM UTC
Dorothy Leyden, 17, was raped and murdered in 1971 after attending a concert. Her body was found behind a pub in Collyhurst, and despite a DNA profile of her killer, the case remains unsolved after more than 50 years. Greater Manchester Police's Cold Case Unit has revisited the investigation multiple times. They have ruled out Trevor Hardy, a convicted murderer, after DNA tests showed no match. Two potential suspects have been identified, but no arrests have been made. Dorothy's family continues to seek justice, expressing the lasting impact of her death on their lives. Police are appealing for any information that could help solve the case.