Officers extend section 60 authority in the Moss Side area

This evening officers have extended the section 60 authority in the below defined areas of Moss Side after police were called shortly after 4.15pm on Thursday 4 April to reports of a stabbing on Raby Street, Manchester.

A 17-year-old boy, who is now 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.

The section 60 powers under the 1994 Criminal Justice and Public Order Act has now been extended and will run for a maximum 8 hours from 7pm today (Friday 5 April 2024) to 3am on Saturday 6 April 2024.

Section 60 area

Superintendent Muzemil Kernain of GMP's City Centre division, said: "We are satisfied that the extension of the section 60 is proportionate and necessary for our community to deter crime and reassure local residents.

“Officers will be out tonight and over the coming days to ensure that there is a highly visible police presence, if you have any concerns, please speak to them or alternatively, report to police on 101 quoting incident number 2280 of 4/4/24.

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

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