Detectives appeal for more information after targeted assault on family

Greater Manchester Police are seeking witnesses and additional footage following an assault that took place on Blandford Road in Stockport at around 9pm on Friday 24 November 2023.

In what was a targeted attack on a family of four, including two young children, whilst in their vehicle. The two suspects, believed to be males, used weapons to damage the vehicle before leaving the scene towards Green Lane in a dark coloured car.

Thankfully, injuries sustained were not life-threatening. No arrests have been made at this stage.

Detective Constable Lauren Snook of GMP’s Stockport CID said; “We have spent all weekend investigating a number of lines of enquiry to identify those responsible for committing a reckless act which could have had far more serious consequences.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have dashcam or doorbell footage in the moments leading up to, during or after the attack around Norris Hill Drive or Blandford Road.

“Our enquiries suggest the offenders in their vehicle were parked on Blandford Road from around 4:30-7:15pm, before returning at around 9pm. This means we believe people might have dashcam footage when on their journeys that could assist with our investigation.

“We are determined to bring these offenders to justice for the shocking actions that has left a family understandably upset and worried. They are being supported throughout but we are hoping the local community can assist us further, as any bit of detail, however small, could be the key bit of evidence we need to take this further.”

If anyone has information that could help detectives with their enquiries, they are asked to call 0161 856 9821 or 101 quoting incident 3519 of 24/11/2023. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.