Boy, 17, stabbed to death in south Manchester as murder investigation launched

A murder investigation is underway in south Manchester after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in broad daylight.

Just after 11:30am today (Tuesday 22 November 2022), Greater Manchester Police were alerted to a stabbing on Southlea Road, Burnage.

The teenager was taken to hospital but sadly passed away a short time later.

Police say his family have been informed and specially trained officers are supporting them.

GMP do not believe it was a random attack and early enquiries suggest that there is no threat to the wider public.

Detective Superintendent Neil Jones of GMP South Manchester Division said: "Our thoughts are with the victim's loved ones at this devastating time, and I understand this will cause distress and concern to the community and across Manchester.

"We are in the early stages of our investigation, but I can assure you that our officers are carrying out extensive enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident.

“You may notice that there will be an increase in officers out on the streets in the Withington and Burnage area over the coming days to gather intelligence and offer reassurance to the public.

“If anyone has any information about this incident or has any concerns, I encourage you to speak to these officers. They are there to help and support you. This can also be done anonymously via Crimestoppers.

“I also ask anyone who has dash cam or CCTV footage from this area to contact us on 0161 856 1995.”

Greater Manchester Police have also brought in Section 60 powers covering parts of the Withington and Burnage areas.

Under Section 60, officers can stop and search anyone in a defined area within a specific timeframe.

The order will be in place until 5pm on Wednesday.

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