Two more men have been charged with murder following the death of Alisha Samuels at a home in Manchester earlier this month, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed. The charges bring the total number of people charged in connection with her death to three.
Alisha, 26, died after being found with fatal stab wounds on October 15 in Newton Heath, north Manchester. Emergency services were called to a 'disturbance' on Dorking Avenue in the early hours, where she was pronounced dead.
Latest charges and court appearances
Carl Hardy, 19, of Shaldon Drive, Manchester, has been charged with attempted murder and murder. Tony Evans, also 19, of Dorking Avenue, Manchester, has also been charged with attempted murder and murder. Both men have been remanded to custody and will appear at Manchester City Magistrates’ Court on October 23, 2026.
On October 20, Lawrence Johnson, 26, of Dorking Avenue in Manchester, was charged with murder and the attempted murder of a man. Both incidents were allegedly in Dorking Avenue. He was remanded in custody ahead of a Magistrates’ Court appearance.
Arrest and police appeal
On Tuesday, police said a 48-year-old woman has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Justin Bryant, said: "The investigation team has worked tirelessly over the last six days following the tragic death of Alisha Samuels."
"With the support of our Force Critical Wanted Unit, we have now detained three further individuals believed to be involved in her death. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder, and a woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender."
DCI Bryant added: "We remain focused on establishing the full circumstances surrounding the events of 15 October and want to reassure Alisha's loved ones that we are committed to securing justice for her."
"My thoughts remain with Alisha's family and friends as they continue to come to terms with this devastating loss. I would also like to thank everyone who has supported our investigation so far. The information we have received from the public has been invaluable."
"I continue to urge anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward and speak to us."
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has mobile phone, CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage, is asked to contact police on 0161 856 5464 or submit information via the Major Incident Public Portal. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
