Police have made an arrest following a brutal attack in Bolton earlier this week.

A man in his forties was attacked on Buckley Lane, Farnworth, around midnight yesterday.

Police have been on the scene yesterday and today and have now arrested a man in his thirties.

The main remains in custody for questioning.

Today the crime scene investigation unit has been there carrying out investigations.

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Detective Sergeant Neil Moss, from GMP's Bolton district, said: "We are appealing for anyone who may have seen this awful incident to get in touch with us as we continue with our initial enquiries.

"A man remains in hospital in a serious condition and while we have made an arrest, our work is still very much ongoing. I would ask anyone in the local area with relevant CCTV, doorbell, dashcam, or mobile phone footage to please get in touch with us - your assistance could prove invaluable."