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A man has been charged with murder after a 15-year-old “hero” was killed while trying to protect his mother during a “fierce” double stabbing.
Jakub Szymanski, 15, died in hospital of his injuries about an hour after emergency services were called to an address in Miles Platting, Manchester, on the night of June 9.
His mother, locally named Katarzyna Bastek, was also treated for serious stab wounds at the property on Bednal Drive. Ms. Bastek, in her 40s, was taken to hospital and remains in stable condition.
Arrested and Charged
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that Suleman Altaf, 44, of no fixed abode, has been charged with Jakub’s murder. Altaf has been taken into custody and is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court today.
He has been charged with murder, attempted murder and having an item in a public place. It has been reported that Jakub, known to his family as Kuba, was attacked when he was trying to protect his mother.
Family
In a tribute, the teenager’s family said: “Jakub was affectionately known as Kuba to his family and Jakub to his friends.” He was always a popular kid who made friends wherever he went due to his friendly and talkative nature.
“He always said what he thought, he was mischievous, funny and a cheeky guy. He loved his Xbox and football, supporting Manchester City.
He “he was just like any other teenager and he helped a lot of people, even the ones he had just met. For our family, he is our hero.
A person close to Jakub, who is believed to be one of the four brothers, told MEN: ‘There is no chance that boy is not a hero. Everyone here knew him for being kind and respectful.
He was quiet, but he was a protector. He fought for his family. He was an amazing person, he was a hero and should be remembered as such.’
Forensic teams were photographed working at the scene Saturday morning while a police cordon remained. A bouquet of flowers could also be seen placed outside the house as the locals paid tribute to Jakub.
Attack
Detective Chief Inspector Alicia Smith of GMP’s Major Incident Team said Friday night: “Last night’s attack has left a community reeling and a family coming to terms with what was an absolutely devastating incident for everyone involved.” .
“A teenager who had his whole life ahead of him has tragically lost his life and her mother is not only grieving the loss of her child, but she is also recovering from what will no doubt have been hugely traumatic.
“Our thoughts remain largely with the family and we are absolutely committed to establishing what exactly happened last night.
“Detectives have been working around the clock since we were first made aware of this incident and we have now made an arrest, which is a huge step forward for the family to get the answers they need.”
Jakub was treated at the scene for stab wounds before being taken to hospital where he died about an hour later, the force said.
Suleman Altaf Quick and Facts
- Jakub Szymanski stabbed to death while protecting mother Katarzyna Bastek
- 15-year-old died in hospital around an hour after emergency services were called
- Suleman Altaf, 44, of no fixed address, is charged with murder of Mr Szymanski
- Altaf is set to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court later today
