Man hurt in suspected acid attack in Wigan town centre

Emergency services rushed to the town centre at 10am on Friday after the man was targeted.

The incident was reported to have happened at Wigan North Western railway station, while several emergency service vehicles were also seen on Market Place.

A police spokesman said: "Emergency services attended and enquiries established that an acid-like substance was thrown at a 23-year-old man.

"The man was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

"Officers believe that this is an isolated incident with no wider risk to the public.

"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to contact police on 0161 856 1830, quoting incident 920 of October 1.

Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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