Police are now trying to identify a suspect after a man was left in a critical condition following a 'violent, unprovoked and frenzied' attack in Urmston on Monday night (June 19).
Emergency services attended the scene, in an alleyway near Kingsway Park, at around 5.15pm, following reports that a man had sustained stab wounds.
The victim, aged in his 20s, was rushed to hospital with 'extremely serious injuries' and was left in a critical condition. A huge police scene remained in place on the quiet residential street overnight and throughout Tuesday (June 20).
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Police had initially arrested a suspect, a 42-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder. However, has now been eliminated from the enquiries.
New CCTV images have now been released of a suspect leaving the scene. They show a male, dressed in dark clothing and a white surgical mask, who police want to speak to in connection with the attack. The hoody has a distinctive pattern and the suspect is also wearing a Nike branded bag.
Anyone with any information about his identity are urged to get in touch with Greater Manchester Police as investigations into the violent attack continue.
Detective Inspector Paul Costello of Trafford CID said: "This was a violent, unprovoked and frenzied attack which has left a young man with extremely serious injuries. Our investigations are continuing and are gathering pace.
"CCTV footage has captured the suspect leaving the scene and the images that we have released today show his distinctive appearance. We are sure there is someone who will be able to identify him.
"If you can, we would urge you to contact 101 or anonymously via the independent charity - Crimestoppers - on 0800 555 111, quoting log number 3038 of 19 June 2023."
