Teenager stabbed in Chadderton
Date published: 22 August 2018
Emergency services were called to reports of an altercation on Rochester Way last night
A teenage boy was stabbed during a disturbance in Chadderton last night (Tuesday).
Emergency services were called to reports of an altercation on Rochester Way shortly before 8.40pm.
The teenager was taken to hospital in an ambulance and treated for stab wounds, police have confirmed.
He is still in hospital.
Ambulance service bosses confirmed a rapid response vehicle and an ambulance attended.
Police have also confirmed the boy’s injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
No arrests have been made and police are continuing to investigate.
Witnesses reported seeing a large police presence in the area late into Tuesday night.
Anybody with information should contact police on 0161 856 8972, quoting incident number 2011 of 21 August 2018, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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