Officers appeal for information following an assault in Cheadle

At around 6.45pm on Tuesday 5 December 2023, an assault took place at the White Hart Pub on Gatley Road, Cheadle.

It was established that the victim, a man in his 60s, was on the phone when an unknown male has approached him and accused him of talking about his children.

The victim has responded that he didn’t know what the man was talking about and continued his conversation.

The suspect grabbed the victim and subsequently thrown him to the floor causing serious injury including a broken hip and femur that required two weeks of hospital treatment.

Injuries that are described as life-changing.

The suspect has been described as a white man in his 30s, around 6ft tall, muscular build, with short cropped hair and a tight fitting pink t-shirt. He was with a female and two children.

Officers are appealing for anyone who might have been in the vicinity at the time of the assault, might recognise the description of the suspect or if anyone has any further information that could assist police with their investigation.

Information can be shared by calling 0161 856 7515 quoting log number 2922 of 05/23/2023.

You can also report information to GMP's website using the ‘tell us about’ tool: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously – on 0800 555 111.