In a tragic incident early this morning, Perseverence Ncube, a 35-year-old mother and former Avon beauty seller, was fatally stabbed in front of her young children. The attack took place in Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester, sending shockwaves through the community.
Perseverence, affectionately known as Percy, was a well-known figure in her neighborhood, previously running a book-keeping and a cleaning business alongside her work for Avon. Neighbors reported that she had expressed concerns about a man who had been lurking around her property in recent weeks.
The incident unfolded around 2.40 am when Ms. Ncube was chased out of her semi-detached home and collapsed on the street in her underwear, with the assailant wielding a knife and a hammer. Despite efforts by a local to administer CPR, she succumbed to her injuries in the hospital.
A 45-year-old man was arrested shortly after the attack and remains in custody. The police are treating the incident as a targeted attack, as initial inquiries suggest that the victim was known to the suspect.
Forensic teams have cordoned off the road as they comb the area for evidence. Detective Chief Inspector Gina Brennand, of Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team, described the incident as “a truly horrific attack” and urged witnesses or anyone with CCTV, ring doorbell, or dashcam footage to come forward.
The family of Ms. Ncube paid tribute to her, remembering her as a “loving and devoted mother” and an active church member. The local community is reeling from the loss, with neighbours describing her as a kind, caring, and hard-working individual. Social media tributes have poured in, with many expressing heartbreak and condolences to her family, particularly her young children who are now without their mother.
The murder investigation is ongoing, and authorities are diligently working to piece together the events leading to this tragic incident.