Man arrested on suspicion of murder after two people stabbed in Manchester

Two people have been stabbed in Manchester city center, with one of the victims later dying in hospital.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after two people were stabbed in Manchester city center on Saturday night.

The victims, a man and a woman, were attacked on Oldham Street at around 9pm.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the woman was taken to hospital in a critical condition.

A 28-year-old man was arrested a short time later on suspicion of murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Gina Brennand, of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “This was a horrific incident that has resulted in the tragic loss of a young man’s life.

“Our thoughts are with the victims’ families and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

“We are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident and I would urge anyone who witnessed the attack, or who has any information that could assist our investigation, to contact us as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 6777 quoting incident number 3075 of 04/06/2023.

Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.