Two men stabbed on Spotland Road

Date published: 27 December 2013


Two men, aged 19 and 25, were stabbed on Spotland Road at 12.15 am on Thursday 26 December, Boxing Day. The two are understood to be in hospital and are said to be in a "stable" condition.

Police have confirmed two men, aged 27 and 47, have been arrested in connection with the stabbings and they remain in police custody.

Detective Constable Ruth Thompson said: "We believe this incident arose after a dispute amongst this group of people. We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this assault or who has any information about what happened and who was involved to contact police."

Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 1707 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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