The fatal stabbing, which police say sent “shockwaves through the community”, took place on Thirlmere Avenue just before 7pm on Saturday 22 January 2022.
Kennie was described by his family as being a “cheeky chappy”, whose death left a “massive hole” in their lives.
With the second anniversary of Kennie’s death now only a few months away, and the police investigation still ongoing, GMP has now revealed that nine people were arrested, and later charged, on suspicion of murder and manslaughter yesterday (31 October).
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#CHARGED | Officers investigating the death of Kennie Carter in Stretford have today (31/10/2023) charged 9 with murder and manslaughter.
Jabriel Ferguson, 18, of School Walk in Old Trafford, and Rashaun Williams, also 18, of Manor Grove in Stafford, have been charged with murder and manslaughter, while a further seven males (aged 17, 16, three aged 15-year, and two aged 14), who cannot be named for legal reasons, have also been charged with murder and manslaughter.
All nine were also due to appear at Manchester City Magistrates Court yesterday.
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“The thoughts of everyone in the investigation team remain with Kennie’s family, who continue to be supported by specially trained officers and are aware of the progress being made in this investigation,” commented Detective Chief Inspector Nicola McCulloch, of GMP Major Incident Team, as the nine people were charged yesterday.
“As a result of our enquiries, nine males have been charged today – but I want to be clear, this is not the end of our appeal for information.”
Nine charged with murder and manslaughter over death of Trafford teen Kennie Carter / Credit: GMP
GMP has assured locals that, in the coming days, there will be more officers in the area from the local Neighbourhood Teams and Xcalibre Task Force “on patrol” and “engaging with residents and young people”.
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This is part of GMP’s partnership response to tackling serious youth violence across the Stretford and Hulme areas – which comes under the named ‘Operation Tahara’.
DCI McCulloch continued: “We still request that anyone with information about Kennie’s death or relevant footage – including mobile, CCTV, or dashcam – make contact with police.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact GMP by calling either 0161 856 9908 or 101, quoting incident 2529 of 22/01/2022, while any footage or images from the night should be submitted to the dedicated online portal here.
Alternatively, you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Second arrest made on suspicion of murder after man stabbed to death in Levenshulme
Emily Sergeant
A second arrest has been made following the death of a young man in Levenshulme this past weekend.
The victim has now also been formally named to the public.
Earlier this week, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) explained that officers were called to reports of a man who suffered ‘serious stab wounds’ on Chapel Street at around 7:06pm on Saturday evening (15 August), and once they arrived on the scene, the victim was pronounced dead despite the best efforts of emergency services.
According to police, it is believed that this was an ‘isolated incident’ with no wider threat to the public.
As mentioned, the victim has now been named as 24-year-old Zherko Rasul Osman, and his family are being supported by specialist officers at this time.
When the investigation was first opened, a 27-year-old man had already been arrested on suspicion of murder and was being kept in police custody, but it has now been confirmed that a second man has also been arrested.
Yesterday evening (Tuesday 18 August), a 23-year-old man was arrested, also on suspicion of murder, and he remains in custody for questioning.
“This arrest marks a significant step in our investigation and shows our continued commitment to securing justice for the victim and his family,” commented Detective Inspector Alex Wilkinson, from GMP’s Major Incident Team.
“Our officers are working at pace to establish the full circumstances as officers on scene are conducting investigations.
“As our investigation is ongoing, we would like to hear from anyone who may have information that can assist us.”
Can you help? Anyone in the Chapel Street area around the time of this incident, or who has mobile phone, CCTV, Ring doorbell and dashcam footage, can contact police on 0161 856 9008 quoting the log number 2983 of 15/08/2026.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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NHS urges people to book flu jabs ahead of winter as A&E attendances hit record 2.5 million
Emily Sergeant
The NHS is urging people get their flu jabs booked ahead of the upcoming season.
After A&E attendances hit a record 2.5 million in July, and staff experienced the three busiest months ever recorded between May and July in emergency departments, the NHS wants to do everything it can to ‘ease demand’ ahead of winter flu season arriving.
Flu season usually peaks in December and January, so the health service is starting to administer the vaccinations from autumn onwards to ensure fewer people are hospitalised.
Flu can cause significant issues for children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with some long-term health conditions – with issues including hospitalisation and, in certain cases, severe respiratory failure or even death.
It’s estimated that around 104,000 hospitalisations could have been avoided last year, which is why the NHS is keen to cut that number this winter.
From today, the national booking system is open for those eligible to book their flu vaccine, with appointments starting from 1 September.
Those eligible will be able to get their flu vaccination from a variety of places in their local community, including their GP practices and participating high street pharmacies.
The jab is given in injectable form in the vast majority of cases, while a nasal spray is provided for most children.
“Vaccinations play a vital role in protecting those most at risk from flu and they are also crucial for relieving pressures on our NHS over the winter months,” explained Health Secretary Yvette Cooper.
“Everyone who is eligible for a free vaccination will be notified through their phone or in the post, and the system for booking appointments is now open. Together, we can save lives, support the most vulnerable, and ensure our NHS is there for everyone who needs it this winter.”
The national booking system is now open so that eligible people – including pregnant women and children – can pre-book their flu vaccinations when appointments start on 1 September.
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1st November 2023 
