BREAKING: Second teenage boy arrested on suspicion of murder following death of Nathaniel Shani
16.09.2023 - 16:24
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Police have arrested a second teenage boy in connection with the fatal stabbing of 14-year-old Nathaniel Shani. The schoolboy died following an incident at Tavistock Square, in Harpurhey, yesterday evening (September 15).
Emergency services were called out to the scene at around 6.05pm. Nathaniel was rushed to hospital after being treated by paramedics, but he later died from his injuries.
Officers arrested a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of murder shortly after the incident yesterday. In an update this afternoon (Saturday), Greater Manchester Police has confirmed a second boy - aged 13 - has also been arrested on suspicion of murder.
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A formal murder investigation is underway. Members of the community have been in grief today, with flowers and tributes left at the scene by those who knew Nathaniel.
In a tribute, his family said: "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 polite and the most loving person. He would always put other people first without a thought. He was an amazing brother and son to his parents and siblings.
“Our hearts are left broken. Rest in Paradise to the most kindest soul.”
Nathaniel’s family are currently being supported by GMP's family liaison officers following the tragedy. Police are urging anyone who was in the area at the time of the attack to come forward.
Detective Superintendent Rebecca Boyce said: “This incident that has seen a young boy sadly die has understandably rocked the local