Kevin Lewis, 36, has been named as the victim of a murder investigation in Blackley after he died in hospital on Monday, August 17. He was found with stab wounds following an incident in the early hours of Saturday, August 15.
Incident on Berwyn Avenue
Police were called to reports of a disturbance at a house on Berwyn Avenue at around 2.45am. Officers found a man in his mid-30s with injuries consistent with stab wounds. He was taken to hospital for treatment, but his health suddenly worsened on Monday and he died.
Family tribute to Kevin Lewis
In a tribute, Kevin's family said: “In Loving Memory of Our Dear Son, Kevin Lewis (Abdul Kareem). It is with the deepest sorrow and heartbreak that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Kevin Lewis, also known as Abdul Kareem, who tragically passed away on Monday, 17 August 2026, at the young age of 36.
“Kevin was a devoted Muslim and a loving father, son, brother, uncle and dear friend. He was a kind and caring person whose warmth touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.
“He leaves behind his four beautiful daughters, Zahara (9), Aaleyah (6), Hedayah (3) and Iyana (8mths). They were his pride and joy, and his love for them was beyond words. His presence in their lives will be deeply missed, and the memories he created with them will forever remain in their hearts.
“No words can truly express the depth of our loss or the pain and grief we carry in our hearts.
“Losing Kevin at such a young age has left an emptiness in our family that can never be filled. We will miss his smile, his kindness, his love and the precious moments we shared with him.
“He will be dearly missed by his family, his friends, and all those whose lives he touched with his goodness and compassion.
“As a devoted Muslim, we pray that Allah, in His infinite mercy, forgives his shortcomings, accepts his good deeds, grants him Jannatul Firdaus, and gives him eternal peace. May Allah give his four daughters, his parents, siblings, family and friends the strength and patience to endure this heartbreaking loss.
“You will never be forgotten, Kevin. You will live forever in our hearts and in the memories of all who loved you. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un. Surely, we belong to Allah, and surely to Him we shall return. May Allah have mercy on your soul, Abdul Kareem. Rest peacefully, our beloved son.”
Arrest and police statement
A woman, aged 29, was initially arrested on suspicion of wounding and assaulting a police officer. This was later changed to suspicion of murder following Kevin's death. She has since been bailed pending investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Zed Ali from the Major Incident Team said: “Our thoughts are with Kevin’s friends and family at this sad time, who are being supported by specialist officers.
“Our specialist investigation team continues to establish the facts and support the family, as we await the results of the post-mortem examination and establish the facts.
“The victim and the suspect are believed to have known each other prior to the incident, and we'd like to reassure the community that we believe this to be an isolated incident, with no wider threat to the community.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting log 439 of 15/08/26. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
