A Night of Violence in Oldham: Police Respond with Enhanced Powers
A violent night in Oldham has left the community shaken, with two stabbings and an assault reported. But here's where it gets controversial...
On Thursday evening, February 12, 2026, the streets of Oldham witnessed a series of disturbing incidents. Three men were rushed to the hospital after a series of attacks across Chadderton and Coldhurst. A 26-year-old man suffered 'slash wounds' to the leg, a 21-year-old was stabbed in the leg and head, and another man was stabbed outside a takeaway on Featherstall Road North.
The police have responded swiftly, extending their additional stop and search powers. A Section 60 order, allowing for enhanced stop and search powers, has been put in place until 6:30 pm today in the affected areas. This decision comes as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety and to gather more information about the incidents.
'Not Aware' of Trouble, Says Local Councillor
Abdul Jabbar, a local councillor, expressed his surprise at the events, stating, 'I don't know where it has come from. It has been relatively quiet and peaceful.' Despite his initial confusion, he praised the police's swift action, saying, 'The police dealt with it extremely well.'
Knife Crime: A Community Concern
Greater Manchester Police has assured the community that knife crime will not be tolerated. A spokesperson emphasized, 'We want to assure the community that knife crime has no place within Oldham, or Greater Manchester.' The force's dedicated knife crime team, Operation Venture, continues to make arrests and disrupt those involved in weapon-related offenses.
Stay Informed, Stay Safe
As the investigation continues, the police urge anyone with information about the events of Thursday, February 12, to come forward. You can contact them by calling 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you prefer to remain anonymous. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops.
And this is the part most people miss... The police's decision to extend stop and search powers has sparked debates about the balance between public safety and individual freedoms. Will this measure effectively prevent future incidents, or could it lead to unnecessary intrusions? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
