A 26-year-old woman who died after being stabbed in Manchester has been named by police as Alisha Samuels.
Greater Manchester Police launched a murder investigation after officers were called to reports of a disturbance on Dorking Avenue at around 2am on Thursday, October 15.
Alisha was found with serious injuries consistent with a stabbing and was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of emergency services.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
A 61-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman were also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Police said all three remained in custody while enquiries continued.
Officers from GMP’s Major Incident Team are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding Alisha’s death.
Detective Inspector Paul Costello said there would be a significant police presence in the area while investigators worked to establish whether anyone else may have been involved.
Alisha’s family have asked for privacy as they deal with her death.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who has relevant CCTV, mobile phone or doorbell footage to contact officers on 0161 856 5464.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
