POLICE have arrested a second man on suspicion of attempted murder after an elderly man was stabbed in Orrell.

Shortly before 4pm on Thursday, June 27, officers were called to reports of a stabbing on Edge Hall Road in Orrell, Wigan.

Following extensive inquiries, officers have arrested 19-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder and he remains in custody for questioning.

Meanwhile, an 18-year-old man also remains in custody from Friday on suspicion of attempted murder.

An elderly man in his 70s remains in hospital with serious injuries and is receiving treatment, police said.

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Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Bell from GMP's Wigan district said, “Since this incident took place, we have utilised our resources to ensure we could find key people we believe are responsible for this horrific act.

“Hopefully our progress so far gives some reassurance to our local community that we are treating this with the seriousness it deserves and would once again like to thank members of the public for assisting us in our enquiries.”

  • Anyone who has additional information that may help officers is asked to call 101 direct quoting incident 2319 of 27/06/2024. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.