Duo arrested after man stabbed in Wigan borough

Two men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in Wigan.
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The pair, aged 18 and 20, are in custody after an incident in Longton Street, off Liverpool Road in Hindley, which occurred shortly after 3pm.

Police say the victim was approached by two men armed with knives, who proceeded to attack him.

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He was taken to hospital with injuries which have not been disclosed, but officers reported them to be non life threatening.

Two men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in WiganTwo men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in Wigan
Two men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in Wigan

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Police were called at around 3.15pm on Monday 4 January 2021 to a report of a stabbing on Longton [Street], Wigan."

"A man was approached by two other men armed with knives before being stabbed.

"He was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.

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"Two men, aged 18 and 20, have been arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault.

Two men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in WiganTwo men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in Wigan
Two men are being questioned by the police after a man was stabbed in Wigan

"They remain in custody for questioning."

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