Man stabbed to death in Oldham
An investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Oldham in broad daylight.
An investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Oldham in broad daylight.
 It happened on Waterloo Street in Oldham at about 15:20 this afternoon (Friday 9th March 2018).
He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Extra officers will be in the area this evening should anyone have any information or wish to speak to them.
GMP’s Detective Superintendent Nicky Porter, said: “My heart goes out to the man’s family who have sadly had to be informed that their loved one has died.
“As the investigation develops, we hope to be able to provide further details but as this only happened recently, we’re yet to gain a full picture of what exactly has happened and ask the public to come forward with any information.”
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1293 of 09/03/18 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.