Officers appeal for further information following an attempt murder of an 18-year-old man in Bury

Saturday, 30 March 2024 17:40

By David Murphy

Greater Manchester Police are continuing to investigate a stabbing on Abingdon Avenue, Whitefield, that took place at around 5.05pm on Thursday 28 March 2024, which left an 18-year-old man with a serious injury to an arm.

The victim remains in hospital in a critical condition.

A 49-year-old man and an 18-year-old man were arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder.

The 18-year-old man remains in police custody and the 49-year-old man has been bailed with strict conditions.

Officers also arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of attempted murder but have since released him under investigation.

Detective Inspector Charlotte Whalley said: “I would like to thank the community for their patience during this investigation, our priority is to keep people safe and we are working hard to establish the full facts that led to this incident occurring.

“I want to reassure everyone, that we are doing our everything we possibly can to bring those responsible for this incident to justice.

“Extra patrol officers have been deployed, both on foot and in patrol cars. These officers are there to keep you safe, if you have any concerns, they will be happy to provide reassurance and listen to any of your queries.

“We are continuing to ask for information from anyone who may have been in the area at the time – or may have dashcam, CCTV, or doorbell footage to please contact GMP on 101 quoting log 2566 of 28/03/2024."

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

A Major Incident Public Portal has been set up and any information can be submitted anonymously via the following link: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/06GMP23S62-PO1