Man fighting for his life and two arrested for 'attempted murder' amid stabbing

A man is fighting for his life following a stabbing in Leigh. Police are beginning their second day at the scene as an attempted murder investigation takes place.

Two men in their 40s were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident on Siddow Common yesterday (December 3). The victim, a man in his 30s, was rushed to hospital following the attack.

Emergency services were called out to the scene at 6.50pm yesterday. In an update issued this morning (Wednesday), Greater Manchester Police confirmed the victim is in a life-threatening condition in hospital, at an intensive care unit.

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A GMP spokesperson said: “We are piecing together the information that is available to us and our enquiries into how and why this happened continue. With what we know so far, we do not believe that there is a threat to the wider community in Leigh.

"However, we understand that an incident of this nature will concern residents. You will see additional officers in the area while we manage the scene and speak to the community, if you have any questions, or would like to share some information, please speak to them."

The suspects remain in custody today. A cordon remains in place at Siddow Common while enquiries continue. The street is closed off between Hope Carr Lane and Mather Way.

Witnesses are urged to come forward. Details can be passed on to GMP by calling 101, quoting log number 2989 of December 3, 2024, or contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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