A man has been charged after a police officer was reportedly attacked during a vehicle stop in Middleton.
The incident occurred on Lodge Street on Wednesday, November 11. Greater Manchester Police said an officer was subjected to an assault during the stop.
Suspect charged
Lee Cartledge, of Lawson Close, Middleton, has been charged in connection with the incident. The 42-year-old faces charges of assault on an emergency worker, possession of a bladed article, driving a motor vehicle with no insurance, and failing to provide a specimen of breath.
Court appearance
Cartledge is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court today, November 12.
