"In regards to the criminal investigation, officers have followed a number of lines of enquiry, but unfortunately there is not enough evidence to pursue the matter any further. "GMP have communicated this to the victim and would be willing to pursue any new lines of enquiry, however the current evidence does not meet the threshold for this investigation. "Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting incident number 2822-21072020. "Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."Sam Smart, 63, the first black firefighter to serve with the Greater Manchester Brigade, sprang into action when he spotted a thug with a blade arguing with other youths at 8pm on Tuesday July 21st in Moston.
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