Police appealing for witnesses as they investigate 'large-scale violent disorder' in Bolton
Greater Manchester Police are appealing for witnesses as they investigate violent disorder after four arrests in Bolton
Last updated 27th Nov 2023
Greater Manchester Police are appealing for witnesses as they investigate 'violent disorder' in Bolton last night (11 September).
Police were called to Halliwell Road after reports of fireworks being set off at 1 AM.
They then received calls of fights breaking out in the same area with two men being taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries.
Police say four men aged 25, 27 31, and 35 have been arrested on the suspicion of violent disorder and remain in custody for questioning.
Scenes are currently in place in four locations, on Maria Street/ Gladstone Street, Madeley Gardens, Bride Street and Weymouth Street.
Police have told us that officers are working with CSI to process the scenes, which should all be closed later today.
Detective Inspector Stuart Woodhead of GMP's Bolton division, said: "What appeared to start as anti-social behaviour in relation to fireworks, quickly descended into large-scale violet disorder, which is completely unacceptable on the streets of Bolton.
"We would be interested in speaking with anyone who may have witnessed the incident and would ask that they contact us via 101, the CID office directly on 0161 85 65757 or via the Live Chat function on our website, www.gmp.police.uk.
"Information can also be passed anonymously via the independent charity - Crimestoppers - on 0800 555 111."