Emergency services responded to a serious incident in Manchester’s Chinatown early Saturday morning after a man was found injured near the Nicholas Street pagoda. The discovery occurred around 4:50 a.m. when police and paramedics were called to the scene.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the man sustained serious injuries and was promptly taken to hospital, where he remains under medical care. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to his condition. While there is currently no indication of any wider threat to the public, detectives are maintaining an open mind as inquiries continue. No arrests have been made at this stage.

An eyewitness working as a bouncer nearby described the scene as resembling a “horror film.” The man, who was off duty at the time, said he and a colleague were alerted by a passerby that someone required assistance. Using a torch attached to his stab-proof vest, he approached the area near the pagoda and found the injured individual. He immediately contacted emergency services while taking care not to disturb the scene.

A cordon was established around Nicholas Street, with police officers maintaining a presence at both ends as detectives conducted searches and gathered evidence throughout the morning. Authorities have appealed to anyone who was in the vicinity between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. to come forward with any information that might aid the investigation. They have specifically requested relevant CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage.

Witnesses or anyone with information are urged to contact Greater Manchester Police via phone or online chat, referencing log number 578 of September 26, 2026. The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to piece together what led to the man’s serious injuries.