Investigation after man found seriously injured on Wilmslow Road in Fallowfield

A bee bike is on the floor next to one of the police tents in place on Wilmslow Road in Fallowfield. Credit: MEN Media

Police are investigating after a man was found seriously injured and needed to be given CPR on a main road in south Manchester.

Greater Manchester Police say officers were flagged down to the incident on Wilmslow Road, in Fallowfield, at around 2am on 26 October.

The man's serious injuries meant CPR had be administered by officers at the scene.

His condition is unknown.

Two tents are in place at either end of the strip of shops and takeaways. Credit: MEN Media

Detective Superintendent Neil Jones of Greater Manchester Police South Manchester Division said: “I know that people in Manchester will be shocked and concerned by this incident.

“I share this concern and assure you that there is a dedicated team of specialist officers in the area who are investigating at pace to find the person responsible.

“Local officers will be patrolling the areas and I urge anyone with information or concerns to speak to those officers who are on hand to help and support you.”

The major commuter road has been cordoned off by police - with two tents in place.

The A6010 Wilmslow Road in Fallowfield is closed between Moseley Road and Langley Road, due to a 'police incident', Transport for Greater Manchester said.

Bus services are currently being diverted and will use Dickenson Road through Birchfields Road and Moseley Road in both directions.