Teen arrested after man injured in Bolton

An investigation has been launched

Author: Dan DaviesPublished 24th May 2026

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested after a man was injured in Bolton.

Officers were called to reports of an assault on Wigan Road just after 6pm on Saturday evening.

When emergency services arrived, they found a man - in his 40s - with an injury to his back.

The injury is not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

Detectives are questioning a 17-year-old suspect on suspicion of assault.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "At around 6.10pm yesterday evening (Saturday 23 May 2026), we were called to reports of an assault on Wigan Road in Bolton.

"Officers attended the scene and located a man in his 40s with an injury to his back. He was taken to hospital with the injury being described as non-life threatening or life changing.

"A 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault and remains in police custody for questioning.

"Investigations are ongoing."

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