Police want to speak to three teenagers after a man was stabbed in a 'vicious' attack in Hale.
Officers found the wounded man on Ashley Road at around 12.40am on Sunday, November 7.
The man, aged 22, had stab wounds to his stomach and legs and was taken to hospital from the scene.
Police have now released CCTV pictures of two men sat in Hale train station before the incident.
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They are described as white and aged between 15 and 17.
One had curly hair, police said, and they were around 5ft 8in to 5ft 10in, of medium and skinny build and both wearing dark tracksuits.
A girl was also seen with them, who was aged around 15 to 17, had mid-length hair and was wearing a light tracksuit with a dark jacket.
Officers have released CCTV pictures of the three teenagers and are asking anyone who recognises them to come forward.
Detective Constable Housley from GMP's Trafford Disctrict, said: "This was a vicious, unprovoked attack on a young man, and it's lucky that no-one was more seriously hurt.
"This kind of violent behaviour will not be tolerated, and we will continue to follow all lines of enquiry to ensure those responsible face the consequences of their actions.
"If you or anyone you know has any information about these three may be, please contact GMP via LiveChat on our website www.gmp.police.uk or call 101 quoting log number 147 of 07/11/21.
"Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. Even the smallest bit of information could help. Thank you."
