Three boys charged with the murder of Prince Walker-Ayeni in Moss Side could go on trial later this year. Prince, 17, died after a stabbing on Raby Street on April 4.
Three teenagers, all aged 16, have since been charged with murder. The case was heard at Manchester Crown Court this morning.
The defendants, who cannot be named for legal reasons, were not required to attend the preliminary hearing and pleas were not asked to be taken.
Further hearings in the case were scheduled. READ MORE: GMP officer attacked man in mosque kitchen over WhatsApp 'disagreement' A plea hearing was scheduled for May, and potential trial dates were set for October or November.
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