Boy Stabbed to Death in Moss Side
A 15-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a disturbance on a Streetstreet in england/manchester/”>Manchester, prompting a major murder investigation by Greater Manchester Police (GMP).
Incident Details
The attack occurred on Monton Street in scotland/moss-side-scotland/”>moss-side/”>moss-side-england/”>Moss Side just after 4.30pm on Monday, 15 September 2025. Emergency services were called following reports of a disturbance involving multiple individuals.
Upon arrival, police discovered the boy with multiple stab wounds. He received treatment at the scene before being transported to hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
Investigation and Community Response
GMP has not yet named the victim, and no arrests have been made. A senior officer described the murder as “an appalling act” and has issued a call for witnesses to come forward.
In response to the incident, police patrols in the area have been intensified, and enhanced stop and search powers have been activated for 24 hours under Section 60 of the 1994 Criminal Justice and Public Order Act. This measure is typically employed following serious violent incidents.
Community Impact
Chief Superintendent David Meeney from GMP’s City of Manchester division expressed condolences to the victim’s family and friends, stating that specialist support is being provided. He acknowledged the incident’s impact on the local community, noting the understandable shock and concern it has caused.
Forensic investigators have been deployed to the scene, and a cordon remains in place as inquiries continue. Moss Lane East has been closed in both directions between Lloyd Street North and Broadfield Road, along with Monton Street and parts of Lloyd Street North.
