'Why would anyone do this to him?' Family's heartbreak after 'smiley' 14-year-old stabbed to death
The family of a 14-year-old boy who died after being stabbed in north Manchester said he "was a good boy" and asked: "Why would they do this to him?"
In a searing statement expressing their pain, the loved ones of Ibrahima Seck described him as "funny, caring, and hardworking".
Members of the public rushed to Ibrahima's aid near Nevin Road on Sunday 8 June after the incident outside the Fairway Inn, New Moston.
He was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries.
Five people - four of them teenagers - have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Dozens of bouquets of flowers have been placed on the ground near to where the incident happened.A large group of schoolchildren had gathered at the scene earlier on Tuesday 10 June, while others paid their respects throughout Monday.
Heartbreaking written tributes have been left for the teenager from a community which has been rocked by Ibrahima's death.One message said: "Rest in Power young man. Your family will miss you as the world will."Another said: "To Ibrahima, a beautiful boy. Our hearts go out to you and your family in this time of deep sorrow."
In a statement released by Greater Manchester Police (GMP), his family said: "Ibrahima was a well-liked young boy. He was funny, caring, and hardworking. He was our best friend, and he looked after me.
'He was so smiley and always made everybody laugh. He was a good boy. The killers have killed two people- me and my son. Why would anyone do this to him? He does nothing wrong. My family want justice.'
Police are questioning two 14-year-old boys and a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of murder. A 14-year-old girl and a 37-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
All of them remain in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Tony Platten from GMP's Major Incident Team said: 'Firstly, the Force and I would like to pass on our condolences to Ibrahima's loved ones and we will continue to support them at this sad time.
'This incident that has seen a young boy sadly die has understandably rocked the local community in New Moston.
'We have made significant headway in the investigation which has seen us arrest another suspect on suspicion of murder, that takes the arrest total up to five and we are continuing with questioning those suspects today."
The officer appealed for dashcam and eye witness information, adding: 'This is a live investigation and we are still looking for information."
A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Ibrahima's family by Dawn Frimpong, who described Ibrahima as a 'beautiful soul'.She wrote: "I had the honour of working with this young man, in a school, where he was very well loved."He was a beautiful soul who had the most infectious smile and you couldn't help but laugh with him. He will be missed by so many. "I am attempting to raise as much money as possible for Ibrahima's family so they are not worrying about financial burden at this very difficult time."We must stand together as communities in times like this and offer support no matter how big or small. Any contribution would be very greatly received."Miss Whittaker taught Ibrahima at Manchester Community Primary Academy for two years."Ibrahima was the most beautiful boy," she said.
"He touched my soul and he had such a beautiful heart. I'm devastated beyond words."
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