A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 31-year-old was stabbed this morning, Monday.
An ambulance and two rapid response vehicles were sent to Market Street in Atherton at around 4.10am after a 31-year-old man suffered a stab wound to his arm.
A spokesman for North West Ambulance Service said the victim was conscious and breathing before he was was taken to hospital.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) say the man is in a serious but stable condition.
A cordon in place at the scene. Picture: Rob Hudson
A cordon remains in place on Market Street and Stanley Street while forensic investigators work at the scene.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and is being questioned by officers.
Police are looking at CCTV footage from around the time of the stabbing and are appealing for anyone with any information to come forward.
Detective Inspector Graham Clare from GMP’s Wigan borough said: “The victim suffered a very serious injury and my thoughts are with him as he recovers in hospital.
“This is currently being treated as a targeted attack and we have a man in custody, but our investigation does not stop here and officers will be in the area today continuing with enquiries.
“If you saw what happened, or if you witnessed anyone running away from the scene, please get in touch with police as soon as you can.”
If you have any information about the incident contact police on 0161 856 7182, call 101 or phone the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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