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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Rebecca Day

Murder investigation launched after man dies following stabbing in Wythenshawe

A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following a stabbing in Wythenshawe.

Police were called to Crossacres Road at 8.45am on Friday to reports of 20-year-old man was fighting for his life.

He has since died, GMP confirmed.

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.

Detectives are appealing for anyone with information to get in touch, to give the family 'the answer's they deserve'.

Anyone who was in the vicinity at the time and saw anything suspicious is asked to contact police.

Det Chief Insp Carl Jones of GMP’s Major Incident Team said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this unimaginably difficult time and we are committed to giving them the answers they deserve.

“We have arrested one person in connection with this murder and are appealing for the public to come forward with any information they might have. 
“Were you in the vicinity of Crossacres Road at around 8.30am on Friday 5 April?

"Did you see anything suspicious or have any information that can assist us? If so, get in touch with us immediately.”

Anyone with information is asked to police on 0161 856 0039, quoting incident number 407 of 05/04/19 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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