Machete attack at Manchester bar leaves man with life-changing injuries

A man has suffered life-changing injuries after a "chilling" machete attack at a bar in Manchester.

Police were called to reports of an assault in Catalan Square in the city centre at about 10.10pm on Friday.

A man in his 30s had been at Barca Club with his friends when another man walked past and shouted abuse at a group of people.

When the victim asked him to calm down, the offender turned to his friend and asked for a machete, Greater Manchester Police said.

His friend brought over a backpack and the attacker pulled the machete out of the bag, before turning and striking the victim's hand with the weapon.

The victim was taken to hospital where he has been treated for life-changing injuries.

Three offenders fled from the scene on foot and with a push bike, the force added.

Detective Inspector Mark Davis said: "This man should be enjoying the rest of a well-earned weekend, instead he's in hospital being treated for injuries that will change his life.

"The way the offender pulled the machete out and brutally struck this innocent man without hesitation is chilling, and we will do everything we can to find the person responsible.

"If you were around Castlefield last night and saw either the assault, or know something that could help with our enquiries, please contact police and share this with us."