School children 'attacked' on Wash Lane Chadderton
A parent has claimed that two school children were attacked while walking home along Wash Lane in Chadderton yesterday afternoon. The alleged incident happened under the Metrolink bridge around 4.20pm, with the parent describing the attacker as a white man in his early 20s.
The claim was posted anonymously on the Spotted Oldham Facebook page at 7.30am this morning, seeking witnesses or anyone with CCTV or dash cam footage. The parent called it an 'unprovoked attack' and said both boys were walking home from school when it occurred.
Greater Manchester Police say they have no record of the incident being reported, despite the parent stating it had been. The post has sparked concern among local residents who use the busy route between Chadderton and Middleton.
Wash Lane is a well-used path for students from local schools heading home, with the Metrolink bridge providing shelter from the elements. Police have not confirmed whether they are investigating the alleged attack.
At a Glance
| What | Parent claims two school children were attacked on Wash Lane in Chadderton |
|---|---|
| Who | Anonymous parent, two school children, alleged attacker described as white man in 20s |
| Where | Wash Lane, under Metrolink bridge halfway up the road, Chadderton |
| When | Between 4.10pm and 4.30pm on Monday March 16, 2026 |
| Why it matters | Safety concerns for children walking home from school on busy route |
| What's next | Police investigation status unclear as no report found in their records |
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