Teenager was attacked by lone knifeman

The scene on Upper Chorlton Road after the stabbing Credit: MEN

Detectives in Manchester are continuing to investigate the murder of an 18-year-old man.

He was stabbed yesterday afternoon in Old Trafford.

Police believe he was attacked by a lone knifeman as he walked along the street.

Officers were called to Upper Chorlton Road at about 2.20pm on Wednesday. A post mortem is due to take place this afternoon.

Police have stepped up patrols in the area to try to reassure people who live there.

They have asked anyone with information about what happened to call them on 0161 856 4711, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.