A man has been hospitalised following a stabbing in Manchester last night (Sunday, May 5).

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have said that at around 8pm last night, they were called to reports of an incident on Withington Road in Whalley Range.

A man has been taken to hospital with injuries but police have said these are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

GMP are now appealing for information as they investigate the incident.

Detective Inspector Leanne Gibb said: "Our officers are hard at work at the scene establishing the full circumstances surrounding this incident. This was a nasty attack and we are determined to apprehend the person responsible.

"I want to reassure the local community that we believe this to have been an isolated incident and here is no wider risk to the public. We have deployed officers to the scene to assist with enquiries and if you have any concerns I would urge you to speak to them.

"We are also appealing for any information or footage - including mobile, CCTV or dashcam. You can make a report to police by calling 0161 856 6051 or 101 quoting incident number 3139 of 5/5/24."

Alternatively, members of the public can call the independent charity Crimestoppers if they wish to remain anonymous on 0800 555 111.