A 15-year-old boy, identified as Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe, was tragically killed in a stabbing incident in Manchester. The incident took place on Moss Lane East and Monton Street in Moss Side around 4:30 pm on Monday. Greater Manchester Police have initiated a murder investigation into the attack.
Mohanad’s family released a statement describing him as their youngest son, cherished for his infectious laughter and warm smile. They emphasized his ability to bring joy to others through humor and his loyalty to his friends. The family expressed deep sorrow over the abrupt loss of Mohanad, highlighting the pain of realizing that his morning departure for school would be the last time they saw him.
Emphasizing the need to remember Mohanad for the love he shared rather than as a mere statistic of knife crime, the family urged people to honor his memory with love and kindness.
A 15-year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody for further inquiry, as confirmed by Greater Manchester Police.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Davis, leading the investigation, appealed to the community for any information or footage that could aid in understanding the incident fully. He assured the public of ongoing efforts to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and urged individuals to share any relevant information for the investigation.
Those with information are encouraged to contact the police at 101 or anonymously reach out to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.