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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Flowers left in the street after 19-year-old killed
Flowers have been left at the scene where a 19-year-old man was killed in Bury. A murder investigation is underway after the teenager died following an incident on Porritt Street on Monday night (May 19). Officers have cordoned off parts of Porritt Street, Thrush Drive and Hoyles Park this morning (Tuesday) as investigations gather pace. READ MORE: Bury murder LIVE: Street closed off after teenager killed - updates READ MORE: Murder probe launched after 19-year-old dies following incident on Greater Manchester street Crime scene investigators have been taking photos and combing the scene for evidence. Greater Manchester Police says it was called out to reports of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian at 8.10pm on Monday. The teenager was found seriously injured in the road. He sadly died despite the best efforts of emergency services. A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody for questioning this morning. A cordon remains in place and witnesses have been urged to give any information to GMP. In a statement issued overnight, Detective Superintendent Wesley Knights said: 'Firstly, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time. 'This is a truly tragic incident which has seen a young man lose his life, I would like to reassure the public that this is a targeted attack and there is no wider threat to the community. 'Local officers will remain in the area making enquiries, as well as an increased number of highly visible patrols overnight and into Tuesday. If you have any concerns, please speak to them. 'Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference number 3460 of 19/05/2025 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.' --- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Murder investigation underway after man dies in Bury
A murder investigation is underway after a 19-year-old man has died on Porritt Street in Bury. Police were called at 8.10pm last night (Monday, May 19) to reports of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian. Officers attended the scene and found a man with serious injuries in the road. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the man sadly died. The family of the deceased are being supported by specialist officers. Following the incident, a man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody for questioning. A scene remains in place and an investigation is now being run by the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Major Incident Team with enquiries ongoing. Officers are appealing for information and anyone who may have witnessed last night's events. Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox by signing up to the Bury Times morning newsletter as well as our breaking news alerts. This includes anyone with any dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage from the area at the time of the incident. Detective Superintendent Wesley Knights said: 'Firstly, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time. 'This is a truly tragic incident which has seen a young man lose his life, I would like to reassure the public that this is a targeted attack and there is no wider threat to the community. 'Local officers will remain in the area making enquiries, as well as an increased number of highly visible patrols overnight and into Tuesday. If you have any concerns, please speak to them. 'Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference number 3460 of 19/05/2025 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Murder arrest after teen struck and killed by car
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a teenager who was struck and killed by a car. The 19-year-old victim died at the scene of the crash which happened at 20:10 BST on Monday on Porritt Street, Bury. Det Supt Wesley Knights from Greater Manchester Police said: "I would like to reassure the public that this is a targeted attack and there is no wider threat to the community." Officers have arrested a man aged in his 30s who remains in custody for questioning. Det Supt Knights said: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time." He asked witnesses or anyone with video footage from the area at the time to contact police. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Greater Manchester Police
BBC News
20-05-2025
- BBC News
Bury crash: Teenager killed in 'targeted' attack
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a teenager who was struck and killed by a car. The 19-year-old victim died at the scene of the crash which happened at 20:10 BST on Monday on Porritt Street, Supt Wesley Knights from Greater Manchester Police said: "I would like to reassure the public that this is a targeted attack and there is no wider threat to the community."Officers have arrested a man aged in his 30s who remains in custody for questioning. Det Supt Knights said: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time."He asked witnesses or anyone with video footage from the area at the time to contact police. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
