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Published 11:45 23 Feb 2023 GMT
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Police were called to reports of the attempted kidnap in Mayor Street in Bolton at around 18:30 on Tuesday.
The attempted child abduction happened on Mayor Street, Bolton (Google)[/caption]
Greater Manchester Police said in a statement: "Members of the public assist officers in detaining a man for attempted kidnap in Bolton.
"Police were called to reports of an attempted abduction on Mayor Street in Bolton."
"A woman was walking with her child when she was approached by an unknown man.
"He snatched her child from her and attempted to make off."
A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of kidnap.
Speaking about the incident, Detective Inspector Tony Lunt of GMP Bolton CID said: "This was an incredibly distressing incident during which a child received serious injuries."
DI Lunt went on to thank the "bravery of members of the public" who helped detain the man.
He said: "I'd like to thank the quick work & bravery of members of the public who assisted in detaining a man who was arrested by officers.
“Whilst we have a man in custody, our investigation does not stop there and I would ask anyone with information to get in touch."
The suspect has been taken into police custody where he will be questioned.
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Police confirmed the child's injuries are not life-threatening, but that the mother of the child was "understandably extremely shaken."
"The mother is receiving support from specialist officers at this time," they added
DI Lunt stressed that this is an isolated incident, adding that "there is not believed to be any wider threat to the community."
Police confirmed there will also be increased patrols in the area following the incident.
The investigation is ongoing.
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