Boy, 14, among 13 held over teen murder

THIRTEEN people, including a 14-year-old boy, have been charged with the murder of a teenager.

Abdul Hafidah ( above), 18, was found with stab wounds to the neck and abdominal injuries in Moss Side, Manchester, on May 12.

He died in hospital two days later.

In a statement released after his death, Mr Hafidah’s family said: “Abdul was a composed and caring son, who bought us all so much joy.

“You felt his presence when he was there and you missed it whenever he wasn’t. His strength was in his loyalty to his family and friends, and honesty when he spoke.

“What we hold on to is how special he made us all feel.”

Police believed Mr Hafidah was hit by a car after being chased.

Eleven adults who are charged with his murder are due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court,

Two boys, aged 14 and 17, who cannot be named for legal reasons, have also been charged.