Oldham disturbance dominated headlines this morning as police were called to Waterloo Street at 4:30am on Saturday, 8 March 2025.
Reports of a group fighting in the early hours led officers to the scene, where they discovered a 19-year-old man with serious injuries. The young man was swiftly taken to hospital for treatment, and his condition remains under review.
Authorities are now working to piece together the events surrounding the Oldham disturbance. Initial enquiries suggest that the incident involved multiple individuals, though the exact number and their identities remain unclear. Greater Manchester Police have launched an investigation to establish the circumstances and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
“We are keen to speak to witnesses who may have seen the Oldham disturbance unfold,” a police spokesperson said. “This includes anyone who was in the area around Waterloo Street in the early hours of Saturday morning. Even the smallest detail could prove vital to our investigation.”
The police are also requesting footage from the public. Dashcam, doorbell, or mobile phone recordings from the moments leading up to or during the Oldham disturbance could provide critical evidence. Anyone with such material is encouraged to submit it via the Greater Manchester Police website at www.gmp.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting reference number 538 of 08/03/25.
For those who prefer anonymity, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a confidential reporting line at 0800 555 111. The appeal comes as part of a broader effort to ensure community safety following the Oldham disturbance.
