Man, 34, shot and stabbed in ‘targeted attack’

Detectives have launched an investigation into the alleged attack (Picture: MEN Media)

A 34-year-old man has been left in a serious condition following a ‘targeted attack’ in Greater Manchester.

Police were called to a property on Norfolk Street in Walkden, west of Manchester, at around 6.30pm on Saturday.

The ambulance service also attended, and took the man to hospital with gunshot and stab wounds.

A statement from Greater Manchester Police said he remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital.

Officers said they were treating the incident as a targeted attack.

No arrests have yet been made as the investigation continues.

Superintendent James Ainscough said neighbourhood officers will be carrying out highly visible patrols in the area to reassure local residents.

Officers descended on the scene yesterday evening (Picture: MEN Media)

He added: ‘We are keen to ensure we ascertain as many details as we can about this incident, and I therefore encourage the public to get in touch with any information they can that may aid our investigation.

‘I would like to reassure the local community, and send a message to those involved, that relentless work is ongoing behind the scenes to bring those responsible to justice.

‘There is a scene in place on Norfolk Street and there are road closures in place whilst officers conduct initial enquiries.’

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Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or report online at gmp.police.uk quoting incident number 2764 of 4/11/2023.

The force said investigators are particularly interested in mobile phone, dashcam or CCTV footage of the incident.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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