Police have launched a murder investigation after a teenager was stabbed to death in the Moss Side area of Manchester.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) described the killing as a “senseless loss of life” and promised to make a visible response to the area in the coming days.
On Thursday at 4:15 p.m., officers were called to reports of a stabbing on Raby Street. The victim, a 17-year-old boy, was taken to the hospital, where he died shortly after.
No arrests have been made, and police are appealing for information from cellphones, in-car cameras, and doorbell footage. A GMP spokesperson said specially trained officers were assisting the victim’s family.
GMP Superintendent Supt Simon Moyles said: “This was a tragic and senseless loss of life and our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this time.” They will remain in our thoughts as we continue our investigation to trace those responsible.
“While no arrests have been made at this time, we would like to reassure the community that a visible police presence will be in the local area over the coming days to provide reassurance and that investigations will be carried out vigorously to apprehend those responsible.” ”And let them be judged.
“We continue to request any information and relevant footage from mobile phones, CCTV, doorbells and dashcams.
“Any information you have will be treated in the strictest confidence. If you have information to share, we encourage you to do the right thing and report it to the police.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 2280 of 4/4/24. Details can also be submitted anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
