Woman arrested following 'violent' disturbance

Officers attended and established there had been a fight involving two women

A woman has been arrested following a disturbance in Manchester.

In the early hours of Saturday morning (March 20), officers were called to reports of a disturbance on Canada Street.

Officers attended and established there had been a fight involving two women - one of whom was wielding a knife.

A 39-year-old woman was taken to hospital with injuries to her head and hand.

She has since been discharged.

A 35-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault.

She remains in custody for questioning.

Detective Inspector Louise Edwards, of GMP's City of Manchester Division, said: "This was an altercation that quickly turned violent and resulted in a woman being taken to hospital for treatment.

"This type of behaviour is completely unacceptable, and although we currently have a woman in custody, our investigation remains very much ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this assault.

"If anyone witnessed this fight, or has any information that could help police to complete their enquiries, then please do not hesitate to get in touch."

Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 1146, quoting incident number 139 of 20/03/21.

Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Greater Manchester Victims' Services provide emotional and practical support to anyone affected by crime and are a confidential service.

The service can be contacted by visiting the website on www.gmvictims.org.uk or calling 0161 200 1950.

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