Police update as emergency services flood estate after 'attack' A man in his 20s is in custody Police on the scene on Baguley Crescent, Stockport (Image: Manchester Evening News ) A man has been arrested following an alleged attack in Stockport earlier today (April 25). Emergency services were scrambled to Bridgehall estate, near Adswood, following an incident shortly before 3pm. ‌ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said they received reports of 'concern for the welfare' of a man. Both officers and paramedics attended the scene. Article continues below Now, the force has confirmed a man was taken to hospital for 'further treatment.' A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, GMP said. A cordon is in place (Image: Manchester Evening News ) ‌ The junction of Baguley Crescent, Chelford Grove and Daresbury Close has been taped off as officers deal with the aftermath and carry out enquiries. Emergency services remain at the scene. People have been advised to avoid the area for the time-being. Locals said an upset woman was being 'consoled' at the scene whilst officers went door-to-door speaking to residents. ‌ A GMP spokesperson said: "Shortly before 3pm this afternoon (Saturday 26 April) we were called to reports of concern for welfare of a man on Baguley Crescent. A man has been arrested after a man was injured (Image: Manchester Evening News ) "Emergency services attended and a man was taken to hospital for further treatment. ‌ "A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault. He remains in police custody for questioning." Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. ‌ And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. Article continues below And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@men-news.co.uk or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.