Woman Knocked Out As A Man Ran Into Her In Piccadilly Gardens Manchester

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was knocked unconscious whilst walking through Piccadilly Gardens.

The incident happened on April 11 at around 8.15pm when a 20-year-old woman was walking through the gardens when a man ran into her and knocked her to the floor, she banged her head on the floor which knocked her out, the man continued running and did not check to see if she was alright.

Police have released CCTV footage in the hope that someone can identify the man.

Police are also appealing for the people who witnessed the incident and are seen approaching the woman in the CCTV footage to get in touch.

Sergeant Jacob Hunt from GMP’s City Centre Team said: “Luckily the woman suffered no lasting injuries, but this could have been so much worse, she was minding her own business just walking through Piccadilly Gardens.

“The CCTV clearly shows the incident, but it is difficult to work out who was involved and who was trying to help the woman.

“This is why we are keen to speak to anyone who features in the CCTV so we can give the woman some answers.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 6107, or on the 101 number, or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.