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Section 60 granted in Bury while detectives investigate stabbing

Thursday, 28 March 2024 22:45

By David Murphy

Section 60 is authorised for part of Whitefield until 6pm today (29/03/2024)

  • Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing 
  • There will be a highliy visible police presence in the area throughout the weekend 

At around 5.05pm today (Thursday 28 March 2024), officers were called to reports of a disturbance on Abingdon Avenue, Whitefield and established an 18-year-old man was stabbed in his arm. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

A 49-year-old man and an 18-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remain in police custody.

A Section 60 was authorised while officers investigate. These temporary additional powers allow police to stop and search anyone in the Sunny Bank, Lilly Hill, Unsworth, Oak Bank, Besses o’ th’ Barn, and Cowlgate Farn areas of Whitefield until 6pm today (29/03/2024).

Detective Superintendent Ben Ewart said: “Although we have made two arrests, our work is far from over and we are working round the clock to investigate thoroughly. A scene will remain in place while detectives gather evidence.

“We believe this was a targeted attack with no wider threat to the public.

“There will be a visible increase in police presence throughout the weekend to provide community reassurance. If you have any concerns, officers are happy to speak with you and answer any questions.

“I would like to thank the public for their support as we investigate and encourage anyone with information or footage - including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage related to this incident to contact police as a matter of urgency.

“Anyone with information can contact police online through gmp.police.uk, if able, or via 101 quoting log 2566 of 28th. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

“Details can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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