Police investigation continues after man was 'knocked unconscious with a single punch' at Shaw pub
Date published: 13 March 2023
Emergency services, including police and paramedics, attended the scene and a cordon was put in place
Police are continuing to investigate a 'disturbance' at the Coach and Horses pub in Shaw over the weekend.
The 'disturbance' broke out outside the Market Street pub in the early hours of the morning on Saturday (March 11).
Emergency services, including police and paramedics, attended the scene and a cordon was put in place.
In a statement posted on the Coach and Horses Facebook page, bosses Claire and Maz said: "Hello myself and my partner Maz would like to issue a statement about the horrendous events that took place outside our pub.
"For legal reasons we cannot name anyone.
"The incident occurred with the lad getting a single punch to his face.
"The velocity of which must have knocked him out as he hit the road directly outside our venue."
The statement added: "The victim had left our pub and was stood outside when the altercation happened.
"A single punch to the head can be deadly and as the lad was unconscious all I can do is commend our incredible team of staff for the speed and calm they showed with dealing with this horrible incident.
"My partner Maz delivered vital first aid to the young man along with our DJ who is also military trained and kept him breathing and safe until the paramedics arrived.
"The lad was still unconscious in the ambulance and once police arrived they had to work fast to preserve what had now become a crime scene.
"We have been working closely with the police and have asked for regular updates on the condition of the poor lad.
"He is stable and on his way to recovery.
"We will endeavour to keep delivering the highest standards and service to both our staff and customers and the whole community of Shaw.
"This incident has shook us all but we stand united along with the other local pubs.
"We will continue to work to make Shaw a safer and better place to be as our pledge when we took over nearly 12 months ago.
"Much thanks Claire and Maz."
Police have confirmed that a man - aged in his 30s - was taken to hospital from the scene.
No arrests have been made yet and the investigation continues.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "At around 2:25am on Saturday 11 March, Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of a disturbance at a premises on Market Street, Shaw.
"A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
"No arrests have been made at this time.
"An investigation is ongoing."
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