British boxing champion Tyson Fury has called on the UK government to take steps to curb knife crimes after his cousin was stabbed to death on Sunday. 7NEWS
Police in Manchester, England, identified Rico Burton, 31, as the stabbing victim and said two men had been arrested in the case in aThe stabbing occurred at around 3am on Sunday outside a nightclub at Goose Green, a neighbourhood in Altrincham in the greater Manchester area, police said in the release.
“On arrival we found two males, a 17-year-old and a 31-year-old, with stab wounds,” the release said. “They were receiving first aid from members of the public before officers and paramedics managed the scene. Both males were taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary, where tragically the 31-year-old man passed away.”
A 21-year-old male was arrested at the scene and a 20-year-old male was arrested later, police said, adding both remain in custody. “We have increased police patrols in the area and tackling knife crime remains a priority for Greater Manchester Police - the devastating effects of which have been demonstrated today,” the police release said.LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Tyson Fury celebrates victory after the WBC World Heavyweight Title Fight between Tyson Fury and Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium on April 23, 2022 in London, England.
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