GMP Detective secure charges of a woman who attacked another female in Manchester City Centre

On Sunday 16 July 2023 at around 11:40pm, officers received reports of a woman who was attacked in Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester City Centre.

Emergency services attended the scene and the offender had fled the scene.

A 17-year-old woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries. GMP can confirm she is recovering well from her injuries at this time.

An investigation was launched, and an 18-year-old female suspect was located and arrested on Monday 7 August on suspicion of grievous bodily harm (section 18 assault).

On Tuesday 8 August 2023, Jessica Louise Taylor (21/05/2005) of Haddington Drive in Oldham was charged with the following offences:

- Section 18 assault – grievous bodily harm with intent

- Possession of a bladed article

- Criminal damage

She was remanded into custody and will appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court on Wednesday 9 August 2023.

Detective Constable Annabel Lewis of GMP’s City of Manchester district said: “Anyone who carries a knife is a danger to themselves and others and I hope this investigation will serve as a deterrent to carrying knives.

“Our officers across Greater Manchester will not tolerate any form of violence on our streets and are actively targeting those involved in knife crime. This is not something we can tackle alone, and we need the public’s continued help to finally remove dangerous weapons from our streets.

"If you know someone who is carrying a knife, please talk to them about the dangers and if they persist, you must report this to police so we can intervene before it is too late.”

Report and Support

You can report any information or crime to GMP directly by calling 101 or by using out reporting tool via our website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Crimestoppers also have a dedicated website which enables 11 – 17-year-olds to pass on information anonymously – this can be accessed through www.fearless.org

In an emergency, always dial 999.