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A shocking incident unfolded in Bolton when a man attempted to stab another customer inside a local restaurant, as captured by security footage.
The victim was calmly enjoying his breakfast when a man in his 50s entered the establishment and launched a sudden knife attack. Reacting swiftly in self-defense, the victim managed to overpower the assailant before any further harm could be done. The video also captures the terrified screams of employees working behind the counter.
An employee can be heard asking the victim, “Are you alright?” to which he replies, “I think so,” while checking himself for injuries.
Strikingly, after the assault, the attacker nonchalantly sat down at a table as if nothing had happened, leaving onlookers stunned.
Social media users quickly reacted to the footage, with one commenting, “New phobia unlocked… Never sitting in the cafe again.” Another warned, “That’s terrifying.
One second you’re minding your business… next second it’s life or death. No warning.
No time to think. Just instinct.
Dude switched on instantly-those lightning-fast punches probably saved him. Reality check: people are really losing it out here.
Stay sharp. Stay safe.”
Greater Manchester Police responded to reports of the stabbing on Tonge Moor Road around 10:30 a.m. Multiple officers arrived promptly and conducted door-to-door inquiries in the area. Two men with stab wounds were treated at the scene by medical personnel.
Authorities have arrested a man in his 50s on suspicion of assault, and he remains in custody as investigations continue. A police spokesperson stated: “Emergency services attended, and two men were treated by medical professionals on site for stab wounds.
A man in his 50s has been arrested on suspicion of assault and remains in custody for questioning. Inquiries are ongoing.”
This incident highlights a troubling trend, as the Ben Kinsella Trust reports a 50% rise in police-recorded stabbings across the UK over the past decade. The Bolton attack serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and community safety efforts.