A 14-year-old boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed at the Arndale car park in Manchester city centre on Saturday afternoon (October 17).
Police were called to the busy shopping area at 3.20pm. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the victim sustained serious injuries during the attack. Armed response officers were seen among numerous police vehicles positioned across High Street, Withy Grove and Dantzic Street. Ambulance crews were also present, using a lift to access the car park's upper levels.
Police statement and ongoing enquiries
A GMP spokesperson said: "At 3.20pm we were called to reports of a stabbing in a carpark at Manchester Arndale. Emergency services attended, and a 14-year-old boy has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Enquiries are ongoing."
At least two armed response vehicles and a Tactical Aid Unit were deployed to the scene as officers initially responded. Police maintain a presence in the vicinity this evening.
Incident details and cordon
It is believed the 14-year-old boy was involved in an argument with other unknown males prior to being stabbed. A cordon inside the car park is expected to remain while police continue working at the scene.
In a new statement, police have also confirmed the teenager's injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing.
