Overview
- Greater Manchester Police charged 31-year-old Stephan Garner with murder following Sunday’s death of Amber O’Brien, 33, who was found at Somerton Court in Blackley.
- Garner has been remanded in custody to appear at Manchester & Salford Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
- Detectives kept a cordon at the tower block as forensic officers gathered evidence and increased patrols in the area.
- Police said they believe there is no broader threat to the public and urged residents to speak with officers if they have concerns.
- Residents reported seeing armed officers enter the building during the initial response, and friends and local businesses later posted tributes as the family received support from specialist officers.