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.
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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Work begins on new £500m ‘culture hub’ with a cinema and performance spaces in Manchester
Emily Sergeant
Work is finally beginning on a new £500 million culture hub in Manchester.
The first phase of plans to transform Wythenshawe Civic has entered an exciting new chapter, with Manchester City Council and placemaker Muse officially commencing construction of the new Culture Hub – which is tipped to provide a ‘major boost’ for budding artists, and creative groups and organisations in the area.
The hub is set to include space for food and drink on the ground floor, while the first floor is home to a mix of artist studio spaces and flexible areas for workshops, exhibitions, classes, and community events.
Locals can also expect a brand-new 40-seater cinema, which has been included following feedback given during a public consultation, and 200-seater performance space for a diverse range of performances.
Everything from dance and drama, to music and modern art will fill the performance spaces once the hub opens.
Expected to be completed in 2027, the Culture Hub sits within the first phase of a wider plan to ‘refresh’ Wythenshawe Civic, and will come to life thanks to £20 million of funding from the UK Government and a further £11.9 million from the Council.
What Wythenshawe Civic Centre looks like currently, before being transformed / Credit: Wikipedia Commons
“Listening to local people over the last year and more, we know that Wythenshawe residents want more from their town centre – more things to do, opportunities to spend time in Civic and night time attractions that give the area a lift and attract visitors,” explained Cllr Bev Craig, who is the leader of Manchester City Council.
“This is the drive behind the Culture Hub – a place for local people with an interest in the arts to take part in creative activities, see a show, or enjoy the cinema space, right in the heart of their community.
“This is another exciting chapter in the transformation of Wythenshawe town centre.”
Joe Stockton, Development Director at Muse, called the construction of the new Culture Hub an ‘exciting moment’ for Wythenshawe.
He added: “Our aim is to create a space for the town’s talented artists and creatives to come together and give them the facilities and the space they’ve asked for, to put on amazing shows, live performances, and workshops.
“It’s all part of the wider plan to create opportunities for residents, new homes and jobs, as well as a thriving high street for people to spend time in.”
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Police launch investigation after man found ‘injured and unresponsive’ in Manchester road
Emily Sergeant
A police investigation has been launched after a man was found ‘injured and unresponsive’ in the middle of a road in Manchester.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) was called out Plymouth Grove, in the Longsight area of Manchester, at around 9pm this past Friday (30 January), and when they arrived at the scene, found a 61-year-old man lying in the road.
After being found ‘unresponsive’, the man was immediately taken to hospital, where he is currently being treated for head injuries.
At this time, it is currently unknown how than man came to be in the road.
With so many questions left to answer, and a police investigation now underway being led by GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, officers are now urgently appealing to the public for witnesses and information.
“We have an open mind as we investigate how this man became to be injured,” explained PC Megan Stockton in the appeal. “However, there is the possibility he was struck by a vehicle.
“We are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area at the time, particularly anybody who may have dashcam footage taken in the area on Friday night.”
Can you help? If you have any information that could assist GMP’s investigation, then please contact police on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 3421 of 30/01/26, or by calling 101 or using the LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Emily Sergeant -
2nd April 2024 
