Man, 27, arrested after 'nasty' Whalley Range stabbing

A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault by police investigating a stabbing described as a 'nasty attack' in Whalley Range, GMP has revealed in an update today.

The 27-year-old man, who hasn't been named, was being quizzed this evening on suspicion of wounding with intent.

As reported in the M.E.N., emergency services, including police, paramedics and firefighters, responded to reports of a stabbing on Withington Road at around 8pm last night - Sunday. A cordon was put in place around the Bowling Green Court flats by police officers.

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed on Monday morning that a man was taken to hospital from the scene. His injuries are said to be 'not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing', the spokesperson added.

Police said officers are 'determined to find the person responsible'. Patrols have been stepped up in the local area and a cordon remains in place around the entrance to the flats.

Last night, forensic officers were pictured scouring the scene for evidence after the 'isolated incident'. Local residents reported seeing blood in the entrance to the building.

Detective Inspector Leanne Gibb said: "Our officers are hard at work at the scene establishing the full circumstances surrounding this incident. This was a nasty attack and we are determined to apprehend the person responsible.

"I want to reassure the local community that we believe this to have been an isolated incident and here is no wider risk to the public. We have deployed officers to the scene to assist with enquiries and if you have any concerns I would urge you to speak to them.

"We are also appealing for any information or footage - including mobile, CCTV or dashcam. You can make a report to police by calling 0161 856 6051 or 101 quoting incident number 3139 of 5/5/24. Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Fallowfield, Withington, Levenshulme Police (GMP) said: "Update. A 27 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of S18 assault.

"Thanks to members of the public for sharing information, we now have a man in custody in connection with this incident."