Man dies after stabbing in Manchester as police hunt masked attackers

A 27-year-old man has died after being stabbed in Crumpsall, Manchester, in an attack police believe involved several men wearing dark clothing and balaclavas. No arrests had been made when Greater Manchester Police spoke to the BBC, and the force has launched a murder investigation.

Officers were called to Moss Bank shortly after 01:30 GMT after reports that the man had suffered several stab wounds. He died from his injuries in an ambulance. Police said the attackers were believed to have fled towards Ash Tree Road.

Detective Inspector Neil Higginson described the attack as “shocking and tragic” and said officers were pursuing all available lines of inquiry. Police said the victim’s family had been informed and were being supported by specially trained officers. The force urged witnesses and anyone with relevant information to come forward.