Officers are appealing for witnesses following a serious incident in Altrincham town centre

Shortly after 3:20am on Sunday 30 November 2025, we were called to reports of a disturbance on Railway Street in Altrincham town centre.

One male in his 20’s suffered facial injuries which are thought to be life-changing and was taken to hospital. A 21-year-old male suffered a wound to the chest and remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital. A 51-year old male and 52-year old female also received minor injuries as a result of being assaulted during the incident.

A 24-year-old male from the Partington area has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and section 18 assault, and remains in custody for questioning.

Officers are now appealing for information and witnesses to anyone who may have seen the incident.

Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Dixon said: “We are appealing to anyone in the area to come forward who may have witnessed an altercation on Railway Street before a white male in his 20s ran down the street towards Altrincham Interchange.

"Anyone with information is encouraged to call 101 or report information via our website quoting log 484 of 30.11.2025. Information can also be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

“We appreciate the concern that communities may feel during an incident of this nature. We’d like to ask members of the public not to speculate and would like reassure communities that this incident is believed to be isolated.

“Thank you to the community and our retail partners for their co-operation throughout today regarding the disruption that has been caused during our investigation. Officers will remain in and around Altrincham town centre as we continue to conduct our enquiries.”