'I need tissues, he's bleeding out': violent altercation rocks Oldham street

A violent brawl involving weapons erupted near Copster Park in Hathershaw yesterday afternoon, leaving three men injured and Copster Hill Road taped off for hours. The incident, which began in the park before spilling onto the street, saw a 19-year-old, 23-year-old, and 24-year-old rushed to hospital with injuries that police say are not life-threatening.

Local business owner. Sam described the chaotic scene: 'Someone came into my shop saying "I need tissue, someone's bleeding out." I stepped outside and there was a man sitting on the ground surrounded by people, with blood and tissues everywhere.

Witnesses reported that weapons were pulled during the altercation, with at least one person suffering a head injury. The violence shocked residents who witnessed the aftermath, with one neighbour describing seeing 'two men bleeding on the ground with cops and ambulances all around.

Police have confirmed no arrests have been made yet as detectives examine CCTV footage and investigate the use of weapons. Greater Manchester Police have increased patrols in the area to reassure the community, with. Detective Inspector Kelly Paterson stating: 'Violence has no place on our streets.