Teenager arrested over Moss Side stabbing

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in south Manchester on suspicion of attempted murder after an 18-year-old man was pursued and hit by a car and then stabbed by its passengers on Thursday, May 12.

Police believe the victim was chased near Greenheys Lane in Moss Side before being hit by a blue Vauxhall Corsa on Moss Lane East, before being stabbed.

The car was later found on a small road off Athol Road, Whalley Range.

Police say the victim remains in a "life-threatening" condition in hospital where he is receiving treatment for stab wounds to the neck and abdominal injuries.

The 17-year-old remains in custody.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 9283 or 101.