Two in hospital after horror double stabbing as police close off Manchester street

Two men have been injured in a suspected double stabbing in east Manchester. Officers were called out to Barrington Street, in Clayton, at around 11.10pm on Sunday night (December 1) following reports of a man receiving serious injuries.

Emergency services arrived on the scene before paramedics rushed the man to hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Greater Manchester Police says that a short time later, another man presented himself at hospital with stab wounds. His injuries are believed to be linked to the same incident.

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A cordon has been in place on Barrington Street throughout the morning. Officers remain in attendance and enquiries are ongoing, with no arrests made so far.

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Davies, from GMP’s City of Manchester District, said: “We are currently investigating the full circumstances of last night’s shocking incident, and I would urge anyone with any information to please come forward. These acts of violence have no place on our streets and we will be working hard to ensure we find those responsible.

“We do believe that this was a targeted incident, with no wider threat to the public. However, we do have multiple officers on the scene and in the area for reassurance and they will be able to assist with any queries you may have.

“I would urge anyone with any information about this incident to please get in touch. This could include CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage from around the time of the incident and captures something that looks suspicious.”

Anyone with information can call police on 101 or use Live Chat online, quoting log 3482 of December 1, 2024. Alternatively, contact