A man in Ashton-under-Lyne was seriously injured in a stabbing incident, and a suspect has been arrested in connection with the attack. The victim was taken to the hospital after the violent incident on Broadoak Road around 10.50 pm on August 3. He suffered stab wounds and is being treated for serious injuries, but fortunately, his condition is stable, and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
The Greater Manchester Police reported that a man surrendered himself at Ashton police station and has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault. He is currently in custody and will be questioned about the knife attack. The police are continuing their investigation and conducting house-to-house enquiries to gather more information about the incident.
The area where the stabbing took place was cordoned off by the police between the community centre and Broadbent Road for the duration of the night as they gathered evidence. If anyone has any information about the incident, they are urged to contact the police through the non-emergency number 101 or through the website gmp.police.uk, quoting log number 3561 of 03/08/24. Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
It is crucial for the community to come forward with any details they may have to assist the police in their investigation and ensure that justice is served in this case. Stabbings and violent attacks have a serious impact on the victims and their families, as well as on the wider community. By working together and sharing information, we can help prevent such incidents from happening in the future and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
