Boy, 14, stabbed to loss of life in Manchester named as Nathaniel Shani – as 13-year-old arrested on suspicion of homicide

A 14-year-old boy who was stabbed to loss of life in Manchester has been named by police.

Nathaniel Shani was found with knife injuries by the emergency companies in Tavistock Square, Harpurhey, shortly after 6pm on Friday.

He was taken to hospital however died shortly after.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested shortly after the incident on suspicion of homicide and stays in custody.

In an replace on Saturday, Greater Manchester Police stated a 13-year-old boy has additionally been arrested on suspicion of homicide.

Paying tribute to Nathaniel, his household stated: “Nathaniel was a best friend to many, he never failed to make people laugh. Nathaniel was very kind, caring and always thinking of others.

“He was well mannered and essentially the most loving individual. He would at all times put different folks first and not using a thought. He was an incredible brother and son to his dad and mom and siblings.

“Our hearts are left broken. Rest in paradise to the most kindest soul.”

Detective Superintendent Rebecca Boyce stated: “This incident that has seen a young boy sadly die has understandably rocked the local community in Harpurhey.

“We now wish to enchantment to the local people for any eyewitness accounts or footage of any exercise that we could possibly hyperlink to this investigation.

“It is crucial we have as much detail as possible to help piece together what has happened in this tragic incident where someone has sadly lost their life.”