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15-Year-Old Charged With Murder of Mohanad Goobe in Manchester

An independent review is examining earlier police contact linked to the case.

Overview

  • The Crown Prosecution Service said there is sufficient evidence and it is in the public interest to prosecute a 15-year-old, who is due at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on 20 September.
  • Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe, 15, died after being stabbed during a large disturbance in south Manchester on 15 September.
  • Greater Manchester Police identified a potentially linked incident at Whitworth Park about 30 minutes earlier and referred their response to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
  • Investigators have executed several warrants and are appealing for CCTV, dashcam or mobile footage via the Major Incident Portal.
  • Authorities reminded the public of reporting restrictions to ensure a fair trial and warned against sharing material that could prejudice proceedings.