Body of boy, 17, found after teen was stabbed to death in Manchester park

A MURDER investigation has been launched after the body of a 17-year-old was discovered in a park.

Police were called to Clowes Park, Salford at around 7:30 this morning.

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Clowes Park, Salford, has been cordoned off to the public amid a murder investigation[/caption]

Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the man was sadly pronounced upon arrival.

Cops later confirmed that the 17-year-old had suffered a stab wound as the area was cordoned off for investigation.

The man’s next of kin has been informed.

No arrests have been made.

In a statement, detective Chief Inspector Gareth Davies of GMP’s Major Incident Team said: “This is a tragic incident and the impact will no doubt be felt across the community and Greater Manchester.

“We have launched a full investigation and detectives from our Major Incident Team are working at speed to establish all the facts and ensure we support his next-of-kin through this horrific time and ensure the person or persons responsible for his death are brought to justice.

“I would urge anyone with information, no matter how small or insignificant you feel it may be, to get in touch with police as a matter of urgency.

“Any information, or video footage, could prove pivotal to our investigation.”

Greater Manchester Police have since urged anyone with information to do so by calling 101 and quoting reference number 854.