KNIFE HORROR
Two women, 27 and 36, and boy, 15, arrested for murder after man, 51, stabbed to death in Manchester
by Ellie CambridgeTWO women and a teenage boy have been arrested for murder after a 51-year-old man was stabbed to death.
Peter Richardson died from a single stab wound in Wythenshawe, Manchester, last week.
Two women, aged 36 and 27, and a 15-year-old boy are in custody and being quizzed by cops.
Police were called at 12.10am to Topfield Road on Thursday, May 21, following reports Mr Richardson had collapsed.
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Boden, of GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “First and foremost I would like to express my deepest sympathies to Peter’s family and friends who are mourning such a tragic loss.
“Whilst we have made arrests, I want to stress that our investigation remains very much ongoing.
“We have a dedicated team of detectives working around the clock and they are continuing to review this case.
“As with any murder investigation, we will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice and will follow every single possible line of enquiry available to us.
"We are determined to get answers for Peter’s loved ones.
“I would urge anyone who thinks they may hold information to please get in touch with us as even the smallest detail could prove absolutely vital and assist our enquiries.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 2232 quoting incident number 430 of May 21.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
