A 17-year-old student of Knox Community College is in police custody following the fatal stabbing of his 15-year-old schoolmate during an alleged altercation near Holmwood Technical High School in north-eastern Manchester on Monday afternoon.
The deceased student’s identity has not yet been released by the authorities.
According to the police, the incident occurred at approximately 2:15 p.m. while the two teenagers were attending a football match. A dispute reportedly developed between them, which escalated into a violent confrontation, leaving the 15-year-old with multiple stab wounds.
Preliminary reports indicate that the 17-year-old has claimed he was attacked by three boys during the confrontation, with one allegedly striking him in the face with a piece of board. A ratchet knife was reportedly used during the incident, resulting in the fatal injuries sustained by the younger student.
The injured teenager was rushed to hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Principal of Holmwood Technical High School, Hidran McKulsky, has condemned the incident, describing it as a deeply distressing occurrence.
In a statement, McKulsky explained that the altercation reportedly involved two students of Knox Community College who were attending the football match as spectators.
“An altercation reportedly developed between two students of Knox Community College who were attending the match as patrons. During the incident, one student was stabbed and subsequently pronounced dead at the hospital,” he said.
He also extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, as well as the wider Knox Community College community.
“This is a deeply distressing occurrence, and we extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends and the wider Knox Community College community,” he added.
The 17-year-old remains in police custody as investigations into the fatal incident continue.