Update into our double murder investigation launched after incidents Moss Side
Detectives are investigating the double murder of Norman Scott (68) and Sidy Fall (75) in Moss Side, following a stabbing incident on Great Southern Street. Sidy Fall's 23-year-old son has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is detained under the Mental Health Act. Authorities believe the incident was isolated and pose no wider threat to the community. The scene has been partially reopened, and local officers are providing reassurance to residents.
Two elderly men were found fatally stabbed on Great Southern Street in Moss Side during the early hours of Sunday morning, triggering a murder investigation that has shaken the south Manchester community.
Norman Scott, 68, and Sidy Fall, 75, both local residents, died at the scene despite emergency services’ rapid response and attempts to save them. A 23-year-old man, identified as Fall’s son, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody detained under the Mental Health Act.
Police confirmed Scott had no prior connection to the suspect. The crime scene along Great Southern Street has since been significantly reduced, allowing residents and visitors to move through the area normally.
Chief Superintendent David Meeney, district commander for Manchester, addressed the community’s grief: “Our thoughts remain with the families and loved ones, filled with grief after receiving the most devastating news yesterday. They are being supported by specialist liaison officers and kept up to date throughout our investigation.”
Meeney emphasized this appears to be an isolated incident with no wider threat to the community. Local neighbourhood officers will maintain a visible presence in the coming days to reassure residents. Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting incident 553 of 17/11/24, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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