A rescue cat that was stabbed nine times has made what can only be described as a miraculous recovery and has found a home with a loving new owner in Wigan.
The seven-year-old cat named Katie nearly died after her attacker – who was suffering from a mental health episode – repeatedly stabbed her earlier this year, and was rushed for emergency treatment at a nearby vets.
Katie needed multiple stitches and some of her fur shaved off as she was operated on.
It was touch and go whether she would pull through – but the brave cat fully recuperated from her ordeal.
Following the life-saving procedure, Katie was then rescued by the RSPCA – who rehabilitated her at the charity’s Oldham and Bury branch.
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RSPCA inspector Ryan King described Katie’s recovery as a “remarkable turnaround”.
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Two months after being stabbed, Katie was fighting fit and ready for adoption, which is when she met her new loving owner – 28-year-old Jasmine Dickinson.
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Explaining her decision to adopt Katie, Jasmine said: “I had cats as pets when I was younger and was looking to adopt when I came across Katie [so] I applied to be her owner and the centre told me what she had been through.”
“I was even more keen to offer her a loving home,” Jasmine added.
The adoption finalised in March this year, and Jasmine took Katie back to her home in Wigan.
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RSPCA inspector Ryan King described Katie’s recovery as a “remarkable turnaround” / Credit: RSPCA
Jasmine continued: “She is such a sweet-natured cat and she has really latched on to me – wherever I am, she is not far away.
“She loves to sit on my knee and is very affectionate and likes to be stroked.
“Sometimes she gets nervous, especially if people come to the house who she is unfamiliar with at first she would run and hide under the bed, but she seems to be getting used to this more now.
“When I first got her in March, you could see some scars – but her fur has grown back lovely and she has put on weight.”
“She seems such a happy and content cat, and has made a great addition to my home,” Jasmine admitted.
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Police urgently appeal for footage after fatal stabbing in Moss Side
Emily Sergeant
Police have issued an urgent appeal for footage in their ongoing investigation into a fatal stabbing in Moss Side last week.
Detectives from Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are appealing for information – and in particular, mobile phone footage – as they continue to investigate the murder of 34-year-old father of three, Adrian Brown, who died following a stabbing in Moss Side last Friday (8 May).
Police were called to Raby Street in Moss Side at around 11pm last Friday to reports of a serious assault.
Mr Brown was found with stab wounds to the chest, and was rushed to hospital, but despite the best efforts of medical staff, he sadly died from his injuries.
An 18‑year‑old man was arrested on suspicion of murder the following day (Saturday 9 May) and remains in custody. A second man, aged 26, has also been arrested on suspicion of murder, while two men, aged 25 and 38, and a 26‑year‑old woman have been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
With the police investigation now progressing at pace, officers are keen to hear from anyone who may have captured mobile phone footage at any point during the evening – particularly in or around the West Indian Sports and Social Club on Westwood Street.
Adrian had been attending an event at the club that evening, before at around 11pm, he was assaulted just outside the front entrance.
“There were around 200 people at the club that night, and we believe some of those present may have information that could help us understand what happened,” commented Detective Inspector Alex Wilkinson.
“This could include eyewitness accounts, or photos and videos taken throughout the evening.
“I appreciate that speaking to police can feel daunting, but anyone with footage can upload it anonymously through our dedicated Major Incident Public Portal.”
Anyone with information or footage that may assist the investigation is asked to contact GMP on 0161 856 2270 or 101, quoting log 4069 of 08/05/26, or uploading to the MIPP online here.
Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Police confirm man was arrested ‘on suspicion of making an explosive device’ in Gay Village
Daisy Jackson
Police have confirmed that the man who was detained in the midst of an incident in the Gay Village yesterday was arrested on suspicion of making an ‘explosive device’.
A huge cordon was in place in the Canal Street area in the city centre on Monday 11 May, after members of the public reported a ‘chemical smell’ coming from a hotel at around 10.45am.
Emergency services attended the scene and found chemical substances in a hotel room.
The man, who was believed to be the occupant of the hotel room, was detained at the scene.
Greater Manchester Police have since confirmed that he was ‘detained on suspicion of making an explosive device’ and was taken into custody for questioning.
In an update shared yesterday, they wrote: “The response to the incident on Canal Street in Manchester city centre is being reduced following reports of chemical substances being found.
“Emergency services examined items within a room inside a hotel following calls from the public at about 10:45am.
“A man, believed to be the occupant of the room, was detained on suspicion of making an explosive device and is currently in custody being questioned.
“Chemical substances found in the room have been examined and are in the process of being safely removed. The subsequent examination ruled out any explosive risk.
“We are working with the hotel management to return the establishment to normal after staff and guests were evacuated as a precaution.
“Staff from the fire service’s Hazardous Materials and Environmental Protection team remain in attendance to conduct tests and ensure the area is safe.
“We would like to thank the public and surrounding businesses for their patience as we continue with our work.”
Emily Sergeant -
26th August 2021 
