Three injured after targeted stabbing in Bury market

Three people have been left with injuries after a targeted stabbing in the market area of a Greater Manchester town.

A manhunt is under way after the attack in Murray Road, Bury, and officers remain on the scene.

Police say the injuries are not thought to be life-threatening but they are appealing for information.

The Greater Manchester force said no arrests have been made so far and an investigation has been launched.

Image: An air ambulance at the scene. Pic: Twitter/EverythingBury

Detective Chief Inspector John Charlton, of GMP's Bury division, said: "We believe this incident was a targeted attack and thankfully no one has suffered life-threatening injuries.

"There is not a threat to the wider public and we believe this was an isolated incident."

Residents may see "heightened patrols in the local area," he added.

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DCI Charlton continued: "Don't be alarmed by this. Our officers are there to help, support and reassure the wider community."

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They appealed for anyone who may have relevant footage from CCTV, mobile phones, Ring doorbells or dashcams to get in touch.