Teenager stabbed in machete and knife fight
The fight happened in Ryderbrow Road on Friday night
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A teenager has been stabbed in a fight in which machetes and knives were used, police have said.
The 17-year-old boy was injured during the violence on Ryderbrow Road, Gorton, Manchester, before 23:30 BST on Friday.
Greater Manchester Police said officers had been given extra powers to stop and search individuals in the area until midnight.
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and remains in custody.
Det Insp Natasha Feerick said: "An arrest has been made and we are working hard to identify further suspects."
She said additional officers would patrol the area to provide reassurance.
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