A forensic tent was erected and crime scene investigators were deployed in Manchester city centre following a serious incident involving a group of men.
Incident Details
Officers were first alerted to the scene after a call from the ambulance service about a man with an injury to his hand on Parker Street near Piccadilly Gardens. Police then located two men who both had cuts to their hands, a spokesperson for the force confirmed.
The injuries were not life-threatening or life-changing. Five men, aged between 18 and 37, were arrested on suspicion of affray.
Arrests and Investigation
All five individuals have been taken into custody for questioning. The Manchester Evening News understands that two of the arrested men were those found with the injuries. An investigation into the incident is now underway, with a scene in Chinatown forming part of Greater Manchester Police's probe.
A cordon was put in place on the corner of Nicholas Street and George Street this morning. Pictures showed a forensic tent erected within the cordon, and crime scene investigators were seen scouring the area for evidence.
Police Statement
In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said: "Around 5.30am on Tuesday 16 June 2026, officers responded to a call from the ambulance service of a report of a man with an injury to his hand on Parker Street, Piccadilly. Patrols located two men who had cuts to their hands which were not deemed to be life-changing or life-threatening.
"Five men aged between 18 and 37 have been arrested for affray, and are currently in custody for questioning. Officers are continuing with their investigation to understand the circumstances which have led to this incident."
