Bury: man charged with murder over car park stabbing

Mohammed Afzal died from multiple stab wounds on Friday night (01 August)

Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 5th Aug 2025

A man has been charged with murder over the death of a 19-year-old who was stabbed multiple times in a car park in Bury.

Mohammed Afzal, 19, was found with in a car park near to Bury College on Friday night (01 August).

Abbas Hussain, 19, of Bolton has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.

Two men remain in custody while two more men who were arrested, all aged 19, have now been bailed.

Enquiries are ongoing in relation to the investigation, and Mohammed’s family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Detective Chief Inspector John Charlton, from our Major Incident Team, said: “Our dedicated officers are working tirelessly on this case and have secured one charge of murder in relation to the tragic death of Mohammed.

“As our investigation continues, we encourage anyone with information to come forward - either by contacting us directly or by reaching out to Crimestoppers anonymously.”

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