Extradited Suspect Arrested for 2020 Manchester Murders

A 36-year-old man has been extradited from Turkey to the United Kingdom on suspicion of murder related to the fatal shooting of Abayomi ‘Junior’ Ajose, 36, and Cheriff Tall, 21, at a party in Moss Side, Manchester, on June 21, 2020. The shooting occurred during a spontaneous gathering attended by approximately 400 people, shortly after a Black Lives Matter protest.

Greater Manchester Police reported that the suspect was detained in Turkey and arrived in England on October 11, 2026, where he was met by police officers at Stansted Airport and remains in custody. Detective Chief Inspector Neil Higginson stated that the arrest reflects the police’s commitment to securing justice for the victims and their families.

He urged anyone with information about the incident, particularly attendees of the party, to come forward, emphasizing that even small details could be crucial. A £50,000 reward is still available for information leading to the identification and conviction of those responsible for the killings.