A 15-year-old student has died following a stabbing incident near Holmwood Technical High School in north-eastern Manchester on Monday afternoon, November 2.
A 17-year-old student of Knox Community College is in police custody in connection with the incident.
According to the police, the incident happened at approximately 2:20 p.m. while the two teenagers were attending a football match.
A dispute reportedly developed between them before escalating into a violent confrontation. The 15-year-old sustained stab wounds and was taken to hospital, where he later died.
The identity of the deceased teenager has not yet been released by the authorities.
Teen Claims He Was Attacked
Additional details surrounding the incident indicate that the 17-year-old reportedly told police that he was attacked by three boys.
He claimed that one of the individuals struck him in the face with a piece of board.
A ratchet knife was reportedly used during the confrontation, resulting in the fatal injuries to the younger student.
The circumstances surrounding the confrontation remain under investigation.
Holmwood Technical Principal Responds
Principal of Holmwood Technical High School, Hidran McKulsky, condemned the incident and expressed sympathy for those affected.
In a statement, McKulsky explained that the altercation reportedly involved two students of Knox Community College who were attending the football match as patrons.
He described the incident as deeply distressing and extended condolences to the victim’s family, friends and the wider Knox Community College community.
The 17-year-old remains in police custody as investigations continue.
