Man arrested after 62-year-old left fighting for his life in Northern Quarter attack

A man has been arrested after a 62-year-old man was attacked in the Northern Quarter.

The victim was left fighting for his life after the incident on Tib Street last month. He was found unconscious at the scene and was rushed to hospital as the area was cordoned off for investigation work.

His loved ones were 'desperate for answers' as he remained in hospital in a critical condition. Police issued an appeal for help to find the suspect.

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They released CCTV images of a man they wanted to speak to about the attack, which happened at around 6.30pm on June 23. In an update issued today (July 21), officers said that an arrest has now been made.

A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of the serious assault. He remains in custody to be questioned by detectives.

A statement posted on GMP's Manchester City Centre page said: "#APPEAL | An appeal was launched earlier this month by GMP, investigating a serious assault of a 62-year-old male that took place on Tib Street in the City Centre on Thursday 23 June at 6:30pm. A 38-year-old male has now been arrested for serious assault and remains in custody for questioning.

"Anyone with any further information regarding this incident should contact us on 101 or report it online at www.gmp.police.uk, quoting incident 2734 on 23/06/22. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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