18-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder after stabbing in Manchester

A man died after being found injured in the Moss Side area on Friday evening

Greater Manchester Police
Author: Poppi AndelinPublished 9th May 2026
Last updated 9th May 2026

A murder investigation has been launched after a man has died following a reported stabbing in the Moss Side area late last night.

Greater Manchester Police said they responded to an incident in Raby Street, Moss Side following reports of an assault at around 11pm yesterday evening (8 May).

A man in his 30s sustained stab wound injuries and was taken to hospital. He died there soon after.

An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

Police are continuing their enquiries, while a cordon is understood to be in place while forensic teams investigate.

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