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Teen Charged After Wigan Bus Station Stabbings

Police have charged a 16-year-old with grievous bodily harm after the Wigan Interchange stabbings.

Overview

  • The 16-year-old boy is charged with two counts of grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article and is due at Manchester Youth Court today.
  • Police said a 42-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy have been discharged from hospital and are recovering well.
  • The incident was reported at about 5:20 p.m. on September 10 at Wigan Interchange, which has since returned to full operation with additional patrols in place.
  • A teenage girl initially arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender was interviewed and released on bail.
  • Greater Manchester Police issued a 48-hour dispersal order across Wigan town centre on Thursday in response to recent crime and anti-social behaviour, including the stabbings.