Man run over by a car, building's windows smashed and fighting breaks out in early hours disturbance

Fighting broke out in a Wigan borough street after bricks were thrown at a building and a man was run over by a car.
By Charles Graham
Published 6th Dec 2022, 12:30 BST
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Police are appealing for witnesses to the brawl on Railway Road close to Leigh town centre at around 3am on Sunday December 4.

Officers descended on the scene after it was reported that three males travelling in a grey car were throwing bricks through windows of a premises in the area.

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The vehicle then collided with a pedestrian and a fight broke out.

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One man was taken to hospital with injuries that are not considered to be life-threatening or life changing.

A 34-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of violent disorder, grievous bodily harm and causing GBH with intent – the most serious type of assault after attempted murder.

The man has since been bailed pending further inquiries.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “Officers are appealing for anyone who may have seen this incident - or may have footage - to please get in touch.

"Please call 0161 856 7094 quoting incident number 400 of 04.12.22. Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.”