Additional officers deployed to Wythenshawe following fatal stabbing
A 47-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Whitburn Road in Manchester, prompting a police investigation with additional officers deployed to the area. Despite emergency services' efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Detective Inspector Helen Bagnall reassured the community of ongoing enquiries and urged anyone with information to come forward.
47-year-old man fatally stabbed on Whitburn Road, Manchester
A 47-year-old man died after being stabbed on Whitburn Road, Manchester, around 8 p.m. Thursday. Emergency crews responded within minutes, but paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.
Police cordoned off the area overnight while forensic teams worked under floodlights and detectives conducted house-to-house inquiries. Additional patrols have been deployed to reassure residents.
Detective Inspector Helen Bagnall said: “We know that this news will be distressing for the community, but I would like to reassure you that we are following several lines of enquiry, we have additional officers in the area speaking to people, and resources from across the force have been deployed to gather evidence. A scene is in place and will remain overnight to ensure we can gather crucial forensic evidence. If anyone in the area has any concerns, or would like to share some information about this incident, please speak to our officers at the scene.”
Witnesses or anyone with CCTV, doorbell footage or other information are asked to call 101 quoting log 3134 of 04/12/2024, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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