A murder investigation has been launched after a 27-year-old man was stabbed in Manchester.
Police Response and Investigation
Officers were called to Moss Bank in the Crumpsall area of the city shortly after 01:30 GMT following reports that a man had suffered several stab wounds. He later died from his injuries while in an ambulance.
Greater Manchester Police stated that initial inquiries indicated the victim was attacked by multiple males who were all believed to be wearing dark clothing and balaclavas. The suspects are thought to have fled toward Ash Tree Road, according to a force spokesperson, who confirmed that no arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.
Forensics officers examined the area, lifting drain covers and inspecting spaces beneath parked cars along the terraced street, while another officer climbed a fence near an alley.
Appel for Information
A police spokesperson confirmed that the victim’s family has been notified and is receiving support from specially trained officers. Det Insp Neil Higginson expressed his condolences to the family, describing the incident as a shocking and tragic attack.
He assured the local community that authorities are pursuing all available lines of inquiry and urged anyone who witnessed the incident or holds relevant information to contact the police.
Inquiries into the fatal stabbing continue as police actively search for the suspects.
