Boy, 13, seriously hurt in stabbing in Rochdale's Riverside Walk

Police have introduced temporary stop-and-search powers in a town centre after a 13-year-old boy was stabbed. Greater Manchester Police said the powers also followed reports of youths carrying weapons and wider disorder in Rochdale. The boy remained in hospital receiving treatment after suffering serious injuries, while two teenage boys were arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of a bladed article. The force said inquiries were continuing to identify other people who may have been involved, with additional officers due to patrol the town centre. The section 60 and section 60AA authorisation began at 15:00 BST on Sunday and is due to remain in force until 15:00 on Monday.

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