Urgent police appeal after 'man jumps off bridge into canal'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukReports that a man jumped into a canal from a bridge in Manchester have sparked an urgent police appeal. Greater Manchester Police said the force received reports on Wednesday evening that a man had jumped in the Ashton Canal near Manchester City FC's Etihad Stadium.
GMP said the incident was reported on the bridge over the canal on Loverose Street, described as being near the stadium. It's understood emergency services attended, but could find no trace of the man. READ MORE: The dark past of thug who filmed brutal Piccadilly Gardens attack - and the disturbing discovery at his home In a statement today - Thursday - GMP said investigating officers want to hear from anyone with information.
A spokesperson said: "At around 5.15pm on Wednesday 21 August 2024, we received reports that a man had jumped into Ashton Canal from the bridge on Loverose Street by the Etihad Stadium. "We believe that he may have injured himself due to the height of the bridge down to the water and the shallow depth of the canal.
We are appealing to the public to help us locate this man so we can make sure he is safe and well. "We are keen to speak to members of the public who may have any information or footage - including CCTV, mobile or dashcam - to aid enquiries and assist in locating the man.
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