Police rule out connection between Moss Side shooting and fight involving knives
Four men were arrested on Monday in connection with several assaults around Moss Side and Whalley Range
Police investigating the murder of a 20 year old man in Moss Side say they don't believe his death is linked to four other assaults the same night, including one close to the scene.
The man died from gunshot wounds after being attacked in Claremont Road just after midnight.
Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the incident, with Greater Manchester Police urging potential witnesses to send them mobile phone footage.
Several men arrested in connection with fight involving knives on Rosebery Street, just minutes from the scene of the shooting, are now out on bail.
Detective Superintendent David Meeney said: “Of the four assaults that were reported whereby males have received stab injuries, it has now been established that these are three unrelated incidents.
"Two incidents took place outside of the Moss Side area and are subsequently being investigated by our colleagues on other districts and one incident took place on Roseberry Street, Moss Side. Fortunately, all those who suffered injuries in relation to these incidents have been released from hospital.
“Four suspects have been arrested linked to these assaults and have been bailed whilst investigations are ongoing. We will continue to have an increased presence in Moss Side as we follow all lines of enquiry regarding these incidents.”
“We encourage anyone who has any information regarding the events that unfolded just after midnight on 15 August 2022 to speak to us."