It has been reported that 27-year-old Jack O’Brien was the victim who was fatally stabbed on Siddow Common, Leigh, on Tuesday, December 3.
Police arrested two men in their 50s were arrested on Tuesday night on suspicion of attempted murder.
After the 27-year-old died from his injuries, the two men were subsequently arrested on suspicion of murder.
Officers have now confirmed that two more men, one in his 40s and one in his 50s, have also been arrested on suspicion of murder.
All four men remain in custody for questioning.
With Jack identified as the victim of the stabbing online, he has been described as “one of a kind” as floods of tributes have been posted on social media.
Detective Inspector Matthew Hamer from Greater Manchester Police’s major incident team said: “Investigations are continuing into the sad death of this 27-year-old man, our thoughts remain with him, and we have been in constant contact with his family, keeping them up to speed on developments.
“Our enquiries led us to identify further suspects which were subsequently arrested, in addition to those currently in custody.
“We are still appealing to the public to get in touch with us, if you have any information, CCTV, dashcam or phone footage.
“Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or contact detectives directly on 0161 856 1995 quoting log number 2989 of 03/12/24.
“If you would prefer to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
