Detectives are investigating the death of a 27-year-old who is thought to have been attacked by a gang of men wearing balaclavas.
The suspected murder took place in the north Manchester neighbourhood of Moss Bank, Crumpsall, at around 1.30am today.
Greater Manchester Police said the man died from his injuries while being taken to hospital following a ‘shocking and tragic attack’.
The force said initial enquiries suggest the victim was attacked by a number of men wearing dark clothing and balaclavas, who then fled the scene.
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The suspects are thought to have escaped in the direction of Ash Tree Road.
Footage from the scene shows a stretch of Moss Bank cordoned off by police tape.
Forensic investigators were seen scouring the road and collecting bags of evidence.
Detective Inspector Neil Higginson, senior investigating officer in the major incident team said: ‘First and foremost, my thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones at this devastating time.
‘This was a shocking and tragic attack which has resulted in a young man losing his life. We are carrying out extensive enquiries to establish exactly what happened and identify everyone involved.’
He added that the victim’s family had been informed and are being given support.
DI Higginson added that police were hunting for forensic evidence and there would be a ‘significant police presence in the area while our investigation continues, and I would like to reassure the community that we are pursuing all available lines of enquiry’.
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