Murder investigation continues, as police presence stepped up in Moss Side

We have stepped up local patrols in Moss Side, whilst detectives investigate the murder of a teenage boy who was fatally stabbed in Moss Side yesterday afternoon (Thursday 4 April 2024).

Police were called shortly after 4.15pm to reports of a stabbing on Raby Street, Manchester.

A 17-year-old boy, who can now be named as Prince Walker, was taken to hospital for treatment but despite the best efforts of hospital staff and the emergency services who were first on the scene, he tragically passed away a short time later.

His family are being supported by specially trained officers and are being updated at every stage of the investigation.

While detectives in GMP’s Major Incident Team work to determine what happened to Prince, we are asking anyone who has any CCTV, mobile, doorbell footage to submit to police. We are looking specifically for footage showing three males, wearing dark clothing with some using bicycles.

A scene remains in place in the area whilst officers and Crime Scene Investigators meticulously search the scene.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil Higginson of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “Prince was a few days away from being 18 years old, and he should have been celebrating his birthday with his family and friends. This is a tragic and senseless loss of life of a boy that was on the cusp of adulthood, and our thoughts remain with his family and friends.

“Whilst no arrests have been made at this time, there will be a large police presence over the coming days for community reassurance and to carry out enquiries as we work tirelessly to apprehend those responsible and bring them to justice.

“We are continuing to appeal for any information or relevant footage – including mobile, CCTV, doorbell or dashcam. Any information you have will be treated with the strictest confidence and if you do have information to share, I urge you to do the right thing and report it to police, it may seem like a small piece of information, but it could prove vital to our investigation.”

Information can also be shared through our Major Incident Public Portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/06GMP24A76-PO1

Anyone with any information should contact police on 101 quoting incident number 2280 of 4/4/24.

Details can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.