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Gunshots at Longsight engagement party prompts police investigation

Police were called just after 1am on Sunday 25 July after reports of people presenting themselves at hospital with gunshot wounds.

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Greater Manchester Police have launched an investigation after five people sustained gunshot wounds purportedly inflicted at an engagement party.

Police said four people had attended hospital for treatment in total – including a 16-year-old girl (who has since been discharged).

One 48-year-old male has already undergone surgery and remains in serious condition, whilst a 54-year-old man is also being treated for arm injuries.

A woman, 27, was also injured in the incident – which occurred around 1am on Sunday 25 July.

Police believe the injuries may have been inflicted when five gunshots were fired following an altercation at an engagement party on Birch Hall Lane in Longsight.

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Police also received a report of a car on its roof on Thoresway Road. It is uncertain at the moment whether this is connected to the shootings but detectives say they are exploring every line of inquiry.

Superintendent John Harris from the City of Manchester District said: “This kind of behaviour is completely unacceptable, and will not be tolerated.

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“Our enquiries are still in the very early stages as we piece together what took place overnight, but we are currently at the scene and we are collating any evidence that can aid in our pursuit of who is responsible.

“We understand that this incident is worrying for the community, we have extra police patrols in place, and we will work to find out exactly what has happened, and bring those responsible to justice.

“As we piece together the details, if you live in the area, and heard anything last night then I urge you to contact us, as any information could really help at this stage.”

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Anyone with information can contact police via LiveChat on the GMP website or call 0161 856 4409 quoting incident 248 of 25/07/2021.

Details can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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A Christmas train in Wigan has been delivering donated toys galore

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Yuletide wishes have come true as a donation of toys and goodies have been delivered via a Christmas train in Wigan, right in time for the big day.

The Amazon toy train, which is a new initiative running this festive season, is dropping off presents from now right up until Christmas day itself.

Already visiting Wigan earlier this month, the locomotive has its sites set on three more stops including London, Swansea and Scotland as it makes its journey across three nations.

In partnership with Multibank’s Brick-by-Brick project, the train hopes to provide and offer gifts to families in need across the UK with Wigan marking the closest stop off in Greater Manchester.

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All the toys that are being transported across the country in this Amazon-fronted train are featured on the company’s ‘Top Ten Toys 2024’ list.

Hatchimals, Screamerz and Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza were some of the exciting gifts found on the Christmas train in Wigan at the start of this month.

This lighthearted and fun-filled Christmas-themed project is kitted out with toys from top brands like Play-Doh and the brickmasters themselves, LEGO Star Wars.

So far, Multibank has helped over 400,000 families and provided three million essential items across their operations in England, Scotland and Wales since launching in 2022.

This collaborative local project doesn’t just operate at Christmastime either: Brick-to-Brick Multibank run all year round collecting surplus business requirements like furniture, hot water bottles and hygiene products to be used by those less fortunate.

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The Christmas train in Wigan filled with Amazon’s top toys.
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The Wigan toy train features some well known brands.
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This roster of children’s favourite companions and interactive games is inspired by the consumers themselves. Every toy is related to or the exact match of what Amazon customers have been searching for the most. A real Christmas list come true.

The list of the top toys isn’t extortionate either, offering customers some affordable and still as fascinating options with prices starting from £9.99.

Even old-school classics like Play-Doh have a spot on this wish list. This poses the really big question: where’s the adult version?

You may have finished your Christmas shopping not too long ago or might still be looking for inspiration, browse the top-ranked teddies and more HERE.

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Manchester United are offering fans the chance to play at Old Trafford as part of a dream competition

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Manchester United fans are being offered the chance to live out their childhood dreams and play at Old Trafford as part of an exciting new competition by the club.

For anyone who has grown up a Red, the idea of playing under the lights at the Theatre of Dreams is a fantasy most can only ever fantasise about – even being a ball boy or a mascot would suffice for some – but Man United are taking things even further.

Teaming up with hotel partners, Marriott Bonvoy, not only is the club prepared to give supporters the opportunity to walk out onto that pitch and play a real game of footy, but they’re also hoping to give those fortunate enough to win the ultimate stay in Manchester city centre.

Fancy playing in red, watching the match at the weekend, enjoying a lavish hotel room and much more?

As part of this limited-time-only competition, United are giving away the perfect hospitality package in collaboration with Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel group’s loyalty programme which specialises in helping members redeem points towards extra perks like activities, spending and free stays at luxury resorts.

So, not only will the 10 lucky winners get to part in the exclusive ‘Play on the Pitch’ event, but they will also receive a pair of tickets to watch the Manchester United vs Aston Villa game on 25 May 2025 and (get this) a FOUR-night stay for two at the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly.

It doesn’t stop there either…

As well as round-trip flights for those flying into Manchester from abroad and full train coverage for anyone travelling into the city, those selected will also be treated to a group dinner with a Man United legend and no, we can’t tell you who it is: that would spoil the surprise!

Come on, that’s a pretty incredible deal, right?

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It’s the shared dream of millions all over the world to play at Old Trafford (Credit: The Manc Group)

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As if all this wasn’t enough, if selected, you will also receive a variety of personalised gifts from the club and Marriot Bonvoy to remember the experience – not that you’ll be forgetting it any time soon.

To have a chance at winning this unreal competition, all you need to do is simply complete the entry form HERE before 23:59 on the closing date, which is 31 March, 2025.

Entry is currently open (18+ only), so don’t waste any more time if you want to win the opportunity of a lifetime. You can find the full terms and conditions online but, other than that, we just really hope you score a proper screamer right in front of the Stretford End.

Best of luck!

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