Alisha Samuels, 26, was found dead in Newton Heath in Manchester on Thursday, October 15
Alisha Samuels, 26(Image: GMP)
A man has been charged with murder after a 26-year-old woman was stabbed to death in Newton Heath.
Lawrence Johnson, 26, of Dorking Avenue, Manchester has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court on Wednesday (October 21), police have said.
Greater Manchester Police said he has been charged with murder and attempted murder, relating to the death of Alisha Samuels and the attempted murder of a man on Dorking Avenue in Manchester, on Thursday (October 15).
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Detective Chief Inspector Justin Bryant said: “”We are continuing to work into establishing the full circumstances of Alisha’s tragic death and to provide Alisha’s family with some answers.
“We have now charged a man, but our investigation is not over.
“I’d like to thank those that have called and supported our investigation thus far, your reports are always taken seriously and prove vital to our work.
“I urge others who may have information, no matter how small, to please come forward.”
Officers were initially called to a “disturbance” on Dorking Avenue in Newton Heath at around 2am on Thursday. Alisha was pronounced dead on the scene after suffering from stab wounds.
Police are still appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has mobile phone, CCTV, or doorbell footage to contact the force.
Anyone with information is urged to call 0161 856 5464 or submit details via the Major Incident Public Portal.
Alternatively, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.