Third person arrested in connection with a stabbing in Gorton

Last night, a third 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and currently remains in police custody for questioning.

This arrest relates to a 16-year-old boy being found with serious stab wounds to his hand outside an address on Forber Crescent in Gorton at around 6.30pm on Tuesday 5 March 2024.

Two 15-year-old boys who were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder on Wednesday 6 March 2024, also remain in police custody.

Anyone with information or footage - including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage related to this incident is asked to contact police as a matter of urgency.

Anyone with information can contact police online through gmp.police.uk, if able, or via 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

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