Man stabbed at block of flats in Eccles

A man was stabbed at a block of flats in Salford.

Police were called to reports of a 'disturbance' on Ellesmere Street, Eccles, at around 7.45pm on Wednesday (September 23).

A Greater Manchester Police spokesman has confirmed a man was stabbed.

When officers arrived, they found a 25-year-old man had been hurt.

Police were called to reports of a 'disturbance' which they have since confirmed was a stabbing (ASP)

He was taken to hospital with 'non life-threatening injuries'.

An investigation is ongoing. No arrests have been made.

A police cordon was in place last night around the entrance to the flats.

Police at the scene (ASP)

Several police vehicles were pictured at the scene.

In a statement on Wednesday evening, a GMP spokesperson said: “At 7.45pm on Wednesday 23 September 2020, police were called to reports of a disturbance on Ellesmere Street, Eccles.

“Officers attended. A 25-year-old man has been taken to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

A police scene was in place on Ellesmere Street, in Eccles (ASP)

“Anyone with information should contact police quoting 2564 on 23/09/20 or the independent charity - Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”

The spokesperson added: "We can confirm that this was a stabbing. Enquiries are on-going and no arrests have been made at this time."

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