Two more men charged with murder after death of Mohammed Afzal in Bury

Wednesday, 6 August 2025 09:17

By David Murphy

Two more young men have been charged with murder following the death of Mohammed Afzal in Bury, Greater Manchester Police have confirmed.

Biryan Ak, born 23 November 2005, of Norman Grove in Longsight, and Mohammed Rayhan, born 29 June 2006, of Chauncy Road in Failsworth, were both charged with murder. They are due to appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court today (Wednesday 6 August 2025).

This brings the total number of people charged in the investigation to three. A day earlier (Tuesday 5 August), Abbas Hussain, born 18 February 2006, of Bolton, was also charged with murder and possession of a bladed article. He has already appeared in court and been remanded ahead of a future hearing.

Two other men who were arrested in connection with the case have been released on bail as enquiries continue.

The investigation follows the death of Mohammed Afzal, which sparked a major police response and public appeals for information.

Detective Chief Inspector John Charlton from Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team said: “This investigation is progressing at pace and we have now charged three men in relation to Mohammed’s death.”

“Although we have secured these charges, we are still investigating the tragic circumstances that resulted in Mohammed’s death. Enquiries remain ongoing, and Mohammed’s family continue to be supported by specialist officers.”

DCI Charlton urged members of the public to come forward with any relevant information. “We encourage anyone with information to contact us directly or reach out anonymously via Crimestoppers. Your help could prove vital in securing justice for Mohammed and his loved ones.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police via 101 or use the Live Chat service on the GMP website at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 3354 of 01/08/25. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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