The dad of two, now a boxing trainer, is believed to have connections to Manchester’s notorious Cheetham Hill Mob. Zelfa Barrett was forced to come of age after he suffered an upset loss and has since displayed the maturity that his trainer, uncle and former champion, Pat, was craving. Barrett walked into the Collyhurst and Moston Lads Club at the age of sixteen, following his brother Michael who was an amateur boxer. Find out more about cookies A Greater Manchester Police source told the Daily Star Sunday: “Pat was hosting a party for friends. “We have an idea who carried out this attack and we believe there could be reprisals if we don’t act swiftly.”. Our. Professional career; Personal life; Professional boxing record; References; Professional career. Zelfa Barrett. The bloodbath erupted after a 20-strong gang believed to be from Moss Side, Manches- ter gatecrashed the party at Sinclair’s bar in Rochdale, 15 miles away. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. “Black Flash” Pat – who turned pro in 1987 and had a shot at the world title – has gangland links. One-time British and European light welter- weight champ Pat Barrett, 44, was clubbed over the head with a steel pole. [2] Contents. One-time British and European light welter- weight champ Pat Barrett, 44, was clubbed over the head with a steel pole. AN all-out gang war is feared after a former champion boxer’s nephew was stabbed to death. He was jailed after a loaded gun and drugs were found in his hotel room in 2004. Detectives probing the murder have yet to make an arrest but are concerned over tit-for-tat reprisals. 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