In a dramatic turn of events, police are currently conducting a full search of Ricky Hatton’s home in Hyde, Greater Manchester. According to early reports, nearly 20 officers entered the property early this morning as part of their ongoing investigation into the boxing legend’s sudden death.
Discovery in the Bedroom
The most startling finding so far came within minutes of entering Hatton’s bedroom: a strange, oily substance was spotted on the floor near the foot of the bed. Crime scene technicians immediately collected samples and ran rapid field tests.
Results revealed the substance to be muscle pain relief cream, commonly used by athletes to ease soreness after intense training.
What This Could Mean
Police have not suggested foul play, but the discovery raises questions about the boxer’s physical condition in the hours before his death. Investigators believe Hatton may have been treating muscle pain — possibly linked to the grueling comeback training he had been documenting online.
“It’s consistent with what we know about him preparing for a fight,” a police source said. “But we are being thorough, checking everything.”
Ongoing Investigation
Officers are now cataloguing all items found in the home, including training equipment, supplements, and personal effects, to build a timeline of Hatton’s final day. Forensic experts will confirm whether any other substances were present.
Fans and fellow boxers are anxiously awaiting updates, with many taking to social media to share their concern:
“He was still fighting — even if it was against pain,” one fan posted.
The search is ongoing, and police have stated that they will release more information once the investigation is complete. For now, the image of muscle cream on the bedroom floor is a haunting reminder of a fighter who was still pushing through the pain until the very end.
