Manchester has been plunged into grief after the devastating stabbing of 14-year-old Ibrahima Seck, described as ‘lively, intelligent, and engaging’ by those who knew him best. The shocking attack, which took place outside the Fairway Inn on Broadway, New Moston, on June 8, left Ibrahima desperately wounded.

Despite the bravest efforts of neighbours and medics, the young teenager tragically diedafter being rushed to hospital.The heartbreak was palpable as Ibrahima’s headteacher and heartbroken family paid emotionaltributes, painting a portrait of a boy whose warmth and humour lit up every room. ‘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,’ his devastated mother said, as anger and disbelief swept through the community. Greater Manchester Police have acted swiftly, arresting five individuals—including two boys aged 14 and 16 on suspicion of murder, and two others on suspicion of assisting an offender.

All remain in as detectives launch a major hunt for answers, scouring CCTV, seeking dashcam footage, and knocking on doors for the truth. The incident has not only shattered a family but shaken a school, with teachers describing Ibrahima as an inspiration to staff and students alike for his compassion and strong sense of social justice.

This senseless act of violence has reignited calls for tougher sentencing and a crackdown on knifecrime. As Manchester mourns the loss of a promising young life, there’s a burning demand for justice—and a plea that no other family should face such heartbreak on our streets.