The police investigation into the murder of a 26-year-old woman in Manchester is continuing today, with a new forensic tent erected at the scene and tributes to Alisha Samuels continuing to flood in on social media.
Officers were called to Dorking Avenue at 2am on Thursday following reports of a disturbance. Ms Samuels was found with serious injuries and pronounced dead at the scene, according to a Greater Manchester Police (GMP) statement.
Arrests and scene
Three people have been arrested in connection with her death. It is understood they remained in custody on Friday morning.
Several streets have been closed off by police, including Edmonton Road and part of Briscoe Lane. Multiple forensic tents have been erected in the area, and road closures remain in place. A major scene is still in place today (October 16).
Police appeal
In a statement, GMP said: "Officers are continuing to urge for information following a fatal stabbing on Dorking Avenue, Manchester.
"We responded to reports of a disturbance at around 2am, where we located a woman with serious injuries. She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
"She has now been named as Alisha Samuels, aged 26. At this time, the family have asked for privacy whilst they deal with the devastating loss of their loved one.
"We are continuing to urge people who may have information in relation to this incident to please come forward to support our investigation and bring justice for Alisha."
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