Police forces shot a person of interest after multiple people were attacked with a knife and a vehicle was reportedly steered toward bystanders outside a Hebrew congregation in the Crumpsall area.
Timeline of Events
Law enforcement were alerted to the scene on Middleton Road at around half past nine in the morning after a member of the public stated seeing a vehicle being directed at pedestrians and a man being injured with a knife.
"Shots were discharged by firearms officers at 9:38am. An individual has been hit by gunfire, thought to be the suspect," the police announced in a official statement.
Medical Assistance
Emergency medical teams arrived at just before 9:45 a.m. and are presently tending to injured individuals, with several people suffering wounds from both the vehicle and knife attacks.
Local residents are being asked to stay away from the area while authorities continue to manage the situation.
Area Consequences
Reports suggest a security perimeter has been set up and a major thoroughfare has been shut down as officers attend the incident.
"After reports of an occurrence on Middleton Road, the service has sent personnel to the location. We are at present evaluating the situation and coordinating with other agencies of the emergency services. Our main goal is to ensure people receive the medical help they require as promptly as possible."
Official Statement
The region's elected official, Andy Burnham, said the "present danger seems to be ended" after news of a "serious event".
Additional details are anticipated to be provided soon.
