Police are continuing to appeal after a man has been charged following an “attempt murder” of an 18-year-old in Bury last week.
20-year-old Charlie Harrison, of Mather Avenue in Bury, was charged with affray and possession of an offensive weapon this past Sunday (31 March), Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed, and he was then remanded in custody ahead of a scheduled appearance at Manchester Magistrates Court yesterday (Monday 1 April).
Mr Harrison’s charge relates to an incident that took place on Abingdon Avenue, in the Bury town of Whitefield last Thursday (28 March).
During the incident, which took place at around 5:05pm, an 18-year-old man was stabbed in the arm.
— Bury North Police (GMP) (@GMPBuryNorth) April 1, 2024
After police arrived on the scene and found the victim had sustained a “serious injury”, of which he is still believed to be in a “critical condition” following, a 49-year-old man and an 18-year-old man were arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder.
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The 18-year-old man remains in police custody, while the 49-year-old man has been bailed with strict conditions.
Officers also arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of attempted murder too, but he has since been released under investigation.
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With Mr Harrison now charged, and the investigation still ongoing, police have re-issued an appeal to the public for information, witnesses, and footage, as well as thanking the local community for their “patience” and reassuring them that they are doing “everything we possibly can to bring those responsible for this incident to justice”.
Detective Inspector Charlotte Whalley said GMP’s “priority” is to “keep people safe” as officers “work hard to establish the full facts that led to this incident occurring”.
Abingdon Avenue in Whitefield, where the incident took place / Credit: Google Maps
She continued in her public appeal: “Extra patrol officers have been deployed, both on foot and in patrol cars, and are there to keep you safe, so if you have any concerns, they will be happy to provide reassurance and listen to any of your queries.
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“We are continuing to ask for information from anyone who may have been in the area at the time, or may have dashcam, CCTV, or doorbell footage.”
Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact GMP on 101 quoting log 2566 of 28/03/2024, or submit it anonymously to the dedicated Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) which has been set up following the incident here.
Alternatively, you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Arrest made after 14-year-old boy found in critical condition on Market Street
Daisy Jackson
An arrest has been made after a teenage boy was found unresponsive on Market Street in Manchester city centre.
Detectives believe that the boy, 14, was approached by seven males who stole a designer jacket from him.
Following the altercation, he went into cardiac arrest and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition.
Thankfully, the teenager is continuing to recover well.
Detectives from Manchester City Centre Criminal Investigation Department confirmed that an 18-year-old male was arrested yesterday, Thursday 20 February.
He has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and remains in police custody.
Detective Inspector Mark Astbury of GMP’s City Centre Criminal Investigation Department, said: “We hope the victim can continue his recovery following what must have been a terrifying ordeal for him.
“Officers are fully investigating all aspects of this shocking incident that has left a man with serious injuries in hospital.
“Our work doesn’t stop here, we are continuing to investigate this incident and information from the public plays an incredibly important role in our investigations and I ask that the community keep talking to us and keep sharing their concerns with us so our teams can act.”
If you have any information, contact GMP 101 or 0161 856 4305 quoting log 2854 of 16/2/25.
Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials
Emily Sergeant
Trials are currently underway to see if comedy could be an alternative to antidepressants as a way to reduce NHS costs.
UK tech company Craic Health has secured important funding for its ‘comedy on prescription’ project that’s aimed at helping the Government work with the comedy industry, communities, and organisations on comedy-based social prescriptions in the hope that they can solve financial struggles within the NHS.
The groundbreaking scheme uses stand-up shows and workshops to help people who are isolated, lonely, and vulnerable.
Craic believes comedy is an ‘untapped opportunity’ to improve health and wellbeing, and has a goal to make comedy easier to access, so that it can help communities experience its mental health and social benefits.
To achieve this, the company has started trialling Comedy-on-Prescription experiences in the UK – starting in London, with the potential for expansion – which includes things like curated comedy panel game show events and workshops, and general stand-up comedy shows at some of the capital’s world-famous venues.
Comedy is being prescribed instead of antidepressants as part of UK trials / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
“Mental health issues like loneliness, isolation, and stress are more common than ever,” the company explains.
“So much so that it’s projected that by 2030, mental health problems, particularly depression, will be the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally, [but] in this challenging world, comedy stands out as a universal language that breaks barriers.
“Research shows that comedy and laughter have powerful effects – they bring people together, create positive connections, and make life more enjoyable.”
Craic Health says that social prescribing, of which Comedy-on-Prescription is a part of, is all about inclusivity, which makes it making it suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Its focus is on personalised support, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Emily Sergeant -
2nd April 2024 
