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Man charged for Arndale stabbings in 2019

Three people were hospitalised following the attacks back in October 2019.

The Manc - 10th June 2021

A man has been charged following the attacks that took place at the Arndale in October 2019.

Three people – two women and one man – were left wounded after being stabbed at the shopping centre.

Raphael Chevelleau, of no fixed abode, has been charged with the attacks.

The 42-year-old is now facing three counts of assault and two counts of attempted wounding, relating to four women and one man aged 21-60.

#CHARGED | A man has been charged with wounding three people and attempting to wound two others at the Arndale shopping centre, Manchester, in October 2019. Raphael Chevelleau (16/12/1978) will appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court this Friday: https://t.co/vVKfis4Ht7
— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) June 9, 2021

Chevelleau has been detained under the Mental Health Act and is due to appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Friday 11 June.

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Three people were hospitalised as a result of the attacks, according to Greater Manchester Police.

A fourth individual was treated for a “superficial” injury whilst a fifth person did not require hospital treatment.

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Manchester United legend Denis Law has died aged 84

Manchester United legend Denis Law has sadly died aged 84, it has been announced.

The Aberdeen-born footballer was a prolific striker throughout his career, scoring 237 goals in 404 appearances for Manchester United – the club he signed for a then-British record transfer fee back 1962, before departing in 1973 – and also playing for Manchester City too for two separate spells during the 1960-61 and 1973-74 seasons.

Law was an integral part of United’s triumphant record-setting 1968 European Cup winning campaign, was the only Scottish player to have won the Ballon d’Or award, in 1964, and also the only man to have two statues dedicated to him at Old Trafford.

But, he previously announced in August 2021 that he had sadly been diagnosed with dementia.

The whole of Manchester, including everyone at City, is mourning with you. Rest in peace, Denis. Our thoughts are with Denis’ family and friends at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/YuwjMXKgxn
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 17, 2025

A formal statement confirming Law’s passing by his family was announced by Manchester United this evening: “It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.

“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently.

A true great.

We will not see his likes again.

Denis Law. 1940-2025. pic.twitter.com/Wk1J0FkJPk
— Scotland National Team (@ScotlandNT) January 17, 2025

“We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you.”

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The club itself added in a statement: “He will always be celebrated as one of the club’s greatest and most beloved players.

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“The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’s family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.”

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Advice issued as ‘quademic’ of winter bugs continues to take hold in Greater Manchester

Daisy Jackson Advice issued as 'quademic' of winter bugs continues to take hold in Greater Manchester. Credit: Unsplash, Brittany Colette

Advice issued as 'quademic' of winter bugs continues to take hold in Greater Manchester. Credit: Unsplash, Brittany Colette

People in Greater Manchester are being urged to get any vaccinations they are due done, as a ‘quademic’ of winter bugs runs rife.

Cases of flu, Covid, norovirus and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are continuing to take hold across the country, and here in Greater Manchester.

The city is seeing more flu cases and hospital admissions than usual for this time of year.

So now health chiefs are urgently reminding eligible people to get their flu jabs and other vaccinations, to protect themselves and others.

Mancs are also being reminded to follow key public health advice, such as frequent hand washing and staying at home when you’re ill.

The flu vaccination drive runs until the end of March and people who are eligible for it can get it from their GP, pharmacy or one of the city’s walk-in clinics, where no appointment is needed.

Dr Cordelle Ofori, Manchester’s Director of Public Health, said: “Our advice is very similar to recommendations made during the Covid pandemic.

“It’s really important to keep washing hands well and regularly; cough or sneeze into tissues or your arm; wipe down key communal surfaces like handles on doors; and where possible, stay at home if you are ill to avoid passing on any infections.

“And, in addition to this we would urge anyone who is also feeling financial or food pressures to ring our free cost of living advice line on 0800 023 2692 or text on 07860 022876.”

Councillor Thomas Robinson, Executive Member for Healthy Manchester and Social Care, at Manchester City Council, said: “Manchester people are well-known for how they look after one another – and passing the flu message on could save lives, as well as unnecessary illness at a time when people face many pressures.

“We want to make it as easy as possible for people to have their vaccination, so please do go to our walk-in clinics if you are 18 and over and eligible for the vaccine. No appointment is needed: it’s quick, easy and done by teams who want to help you.”

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