A tragic New Year’s Day stabbing in Rochdale leaves one man dead and another fighting for his life in the hospital as police investigate.
Rochdale: A shocking incident unfolded on New Year’s Day when a man lost his life after a stabbing. It’s a tough start to the year for the community.
The victim, a 38-year-old, suffered serious injuries in the early hours. Despite paramedics rushing to help, he sadly didn’t make it. Another man, aged 30, is in stable condition but still facing serious injuries.
Police have launched a murder investigation but haven’t made any arrests yet. They’re focusing on two key areas where the incident occurred, including Essex Street and Milkstone Road.
Witnesses reported seeing paramedics and police in the area, and it’s clear this has shaken the local community. One resident mentioned how unusual it is for such violence to happen there.
Detectives are urging anyone with information or footage from the night to come forward. They believe even small details could help piece together what happened.
As the investigation continues, the police are maintaining a presence in the area to reassure residents. It’s a sad situation, and our thoughts are with the victim’s family during this difficult time.
