Police made an arrest after a man was found with injuries near a church. The victim, who is aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital from the Healey area of Rochdale on Sunday.
He was said by police on Monday to be in a 'stable' condition. It's understood the man suffered facial injuries. He hasn't been named. Police said officers received a report that he was injured on Gandy Lane, near Christ Church in Healey.
A 39-year-old man was later arrested on suspicion of assault, Greater Manchester Police confirmed.
He was subsequently released from custody 'under investigation', confirmed a force spokesman. The force has now issued an appeal for anyone with information to come forward.
In a statement, GMP said: "At around 11.35am on Sunday 26 June 2022, we received a report of an injured male on Gandy Lane, Rochdale. A man in his 40s was taken to hospital in a stable condition.
"A 39-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault but has since been released under investigation. Anyone with information should contact police via gmp.police.uk or 101 quoting 1331 26/06/22. Information can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity – Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
No further details have been revealed.
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