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Murder investigation launched after man stabbed to death, Greater Manchester Police say

Police say the victim was attacked by a group of men in balaclavas, and detectives are seeking witnesses and footage.

  • Greater Manchester Police launched a murder investigation after a 27-year-old man died from stab wounds in Crumpsall on Saturday morning. The victim died in an ambulance while being transported to hospital.
  • Initial inquiries suggest "a number of males" wearing dark clothing and balaclavas attacked the victim on Moss Bank. The suspects fled toward Ash Tree Road following the assault.
  • Forensic scenes remain in place on both Moss Bank and Ash Tree Road as police continue inquiries. Patrols have been stepped up in the area while the investigation progresses.
  • Detective Inspector Neil Higginson, Senior Investigating Officer from the Major Incident Team, called the incident a "shocking and tragic attack." He said the force is pursuing "all available lines of enquiry" to identify those involved.
  • Detectives urge anyone with CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage to contact GMP on 101 quoting log 208, or Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111. No arrests have been made as inquiries remain ongoing.
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Great Yorkshire Radio broke the news on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
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