Teen, 14, dies in fatal stabbing in Manchester as police arrest 14-year-old on suspicion of murder

A 14-year-old died after being stabbed at Tavistock Square in Harpurhey on Friday 15 September. Credit: MEN Media

A 14-year-old boy has died after he was stabbed in Manchester on Friday, with another 14-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder, Greater Manchester Police have said.

Police were called to the incident at around 6.05pm on Tavistock Square in Harpurhey.

The boy was taken to hospital where he died from his injuries.

Police say Family Liaison Officers are assisting his family and they have set up a crime scene in Tavistock Place.

The boy who has been arrested is in police custody for further questioning.

A boy, 14, remains in custody after police arrested him on suspicion of murder. Credit: MEN Media

Police have declared a Section 60 authority which began at 8.26pm on Friday and will last for 24 hours, meaning police will be able to stop and search people in an area covering parts of Monsall and Harpurhey suburbs of north Manchester.

Detective Superintendent Phil Key, of Greater Manchester Police, said: “Firstly, I would like to share my deepest condolences with the family at this unbelievably difficult time.

“A Section 60 authority has been put in place which will run for 24 hours and finish at 8.26pm this evening, we have taken this course of action to keep the public who live and work within the vicinity of the incident safe.

He continued: “We understand the use of a Section 60 can cause concern to local residents; however, we use these powers only when proportionate and necessary.

“By enforcing a Section 60 in the area, we will work to minimise any violent behaviour and prevent any further serious incidents going forward as our main priority is to keep the public safe.”

Greater Manchester Police outlined where the Section 60 authority will be put into place Credit: Greater Manchester Police/PA

Harpurhey councillor Pat Karney posted on X: "We saw the horrendous crime scene last night and we will be up there this morning to talk to local residents.

"We appeal for calm across Harpurhey while inquiries go on. All Harpurhey residents will have the family of this young boy in their thoughts."

Anyone with information; or dash cam, CCTV or doorbell footage is asked to call 0161 856 3015, quoting incident number 2843 of September 15. Reports can also be made via Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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