Stop and search powers extended in Moss Side after teenager killed in horror stabbing

Stop and search powers have been extended by police across Moss Side after a teenage boy was fatally stabbed on Thursday (April 5).

The 17-year-old victim, now named as Prince Walker-Ayeni, was knifed in the horror attack on Raby Street at around 4.15pm. He was rushed to hospital from the scene but died a short time later.

Greater Manchester Police launched a murder investigation, with the street cordoned off overnight and throughout Friday amid investigations. An evidence tent was erected and forensics in white suits remained at the scene.

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After the incident, police issued a Section 60 order in the area, giving officers increased powers to stop-and-search people. The order came into place at 8.30pm on Thursday and were initially meant to last for 24 hours, until 8.30pm on Friday.

The area covered Raby Street and the surrounding streets near Millennium Park, as well as areas on both sides of Princess Road. Officers then extended the powers further to run until 3am on Saturday (April 6).

Prince, who was just days away from his 18th birthday, died shortly after being rushed to hospital from the scene. Police are now appealing for information and are particularly interested in the identities of three males wearing dark clothes and riding motorbikes in the area.

Superintendent Muzemil Kernain of GMP's City Centre division, said: "We are satisfied that the extension of the section 60 is proportionate and necessary for our community to deter crime and reassure local residents.

“Officers will be out tonight and over the coming days to ensure that there is a highly visible police presence, if you have any concerns, please speak to them or