Family pays tribute to the slain 30-year-old, describing him as full of life and love.

The victim of the tragic incident at a traffic light junction in East Didsbury has been identified as Sadiq Al-Lami. The 30-year-old lost his life following an apparent altercation, with an 18-year-old man now in police custody on suspicion of murder.

Greater Manchester Police released a photo of Sadiq Al-Lami, who succumbed to his injuries despite the best efforts of emergency services at the scene and the hospital. His family, devastated by the loss, shared heartrending tributes. They expressed, “Sadiq’s warmth and love touched the hearts of everyone that he met. His love and laughter were contagious, and he was always full of life. Sadiq will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten.” Specially trained officers are supporting the grieving family.

Police investigations are ongoing, and the authorities are appealing for information, including any CCTV or dashcam footage related to the incident that occurred on the A34 Kingsway just before 1.40 am on Tuesday. The victim and the suspect were believed to be in separate vehicles leading up to the junction of Parrs Wood Lane to Queensway, where the fatal altercation transpired. The suspect fled the scene in their vehicle.

Detective Inspector Alex Wilkinson of Greater Manchester Police commented on the case, stating, “While the motive for this murder is not clear at this stage, we do believe the incident to be isolated.” He acknowledged the impact of road closures on the community and assured that the investigation aims to understand the circumstances fully and identify those responsible.

DI Wilkinson further added, “You may notice an increased visible presence in the area, and officers are there to listen to any concerns and assist people making travel journeys, particularly those traveling by the Bee Network at the East Didsbury tram stop.” The incident has caused shock in the local community, and investigators are working diligently to provide answers.