Police search for attacker after 'multiple' homeless people assaulted in south Manchester

An investigation has been launched after a number of homeless people were assaulted on the same street in Fallowfield, south Manchester.

Officers were called to reports of a male attacking multiple rough sleepers along Wilmslow Road at around 2:30am on Wednesday 16 August 2023.

Greater Manchester Police said in one incident the offender was seen walking towards a victim from the direction of the junction of Walmer Street.

He walked up to the victim and began to kick her around her head and body repeatedly, the force added.

Anyone who witnessed assaults or has any information, CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage should contact GMP on 0161 856 4227, quoting log number 280 of 16/08/23.

You can also report information via www.gmp.police.uk or through the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously – on 0800 555 111.

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