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Police Probe Targeted Stabbing at Blackley Tesco, Man Suffers Facial Injury

Officers say there is no wider risk to the public.

Overview

  • Greater Manchester Police were called at about 12:30pm to reports of a stabbing at the Tesco Extra on Victoria Avenue East in Blackley.
  • A man in his 30s sustained a non-life-threatening injury to his face and was taken to hospital for treatment.
  • Detectives believe the incident was a targeted attack based on early inquiries.
  • No arrests have been made as the investigation continues with officers and forensic teams attending the scene.
  • The supermarket and its entrance were temporarily cordoned and have since reopened to shoppers.