Detectives are looking for information following an attempted murder in Salford

Greater Manchester Police are appealing for information following an incident in Eccles last night (Wednesday 5 April 2023) at around 10:50pm close to the Esso/Tesco Express on Liverpool Road.

During the incident, a man was run over by a Blue VW Golf R. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Following this, the driver fled on foot, leaving the car in the middle of the road.

Another vehicle, a white VW Tiguan, was involved in the incident.

An investigation is currently taking place and there have not yet been any arrests.

Officers are asking for anyone with CCTV, dashcam, and doorbell footage to come forward with anything that may aid their enquiries.

Detective Inspector Gareth Humphreys, of GMP’s Salford division said: “We are working hard to establish the circumstances of this incident and an investigation is underway. We believe that this was a targeted attack and that there is no risk to the wider public.

“We are also asking anyone who may have been in the area to come forward with any information or footage that could help us during our investigation.”

Anyone with any information can contact police on 0161 856 1316 , citing log number 3740 of 05/04/2023.

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.