Boy, 17, stabbed to death in Salford park named as murder investigation continues

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A teenager who was stabbed to death in a Salford park has been named as Alan Szelugowski. The body of the 17-year-old victim, who had suffered a single stab wound, was found at 7.30am on Sunday in Clowes Park, Broughton Park, by a man walking his dog.

A 17-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of his murder. He has since been bailed pending further inquiries. READ MORE: Human remains found in woodland identified as man, 34, last seen over five years ago Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Davies, of GMP's Major Incident Team, tonight said: "Our thoughts go out to Alan's family at this incredibly difficult time. "We ask that they are given privacy at this time to allow them to grieve and come to terms with this devastating incident. "GMP is continuing its investigation at pace into the circumstances surrounding Alan's death. "I would urge anyone who may have information or footage that could assist us and our investigation to get in touch with police as soon as you can. "Any information, no matter how insignificant you feel it might be, could be a vital part of our enquiries and ensure we identify the responsible person or persons." Now friends and neighbours have launched an appeal for Alan's family.

In a GoFundMe appeal, the organiser says: "I am the neighbour of [Alan's] family and have been for 10 years. Alan was such a polite respectful young lad, unfortunately on Sunday morning his body was found in a local park - he was murdered due to knife crime." She adds: "His family are really distraught by this news and unfortunately the parents do not speak English as they are from Poland.

The only person being able to translate is his 15 year old brother who is drastically grieving as he has lost his best friend and