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A disturbing incident recently unfolded in Christiana, Manchester, when a local supermarket operator was brutally attacked with a hammer by a man reportedly suffering from mental health issues. The entire ordeal was captured on camera, drawing widespread attention and concern from the community.
The incident began earlier in the day when the supermarket operator, who is of Chinese descent, had a physical altercation with a man accused of shoplifting. The confrontation took place at the Waves supermarket, where the alleged shoplifter was confronted by both the operator and another individual. In the footage, the accused man can be seen being restrained and even pushed to the ground by the supermarket operator, who briefly sat on top of him to prevent him from fleeing.
Hours later, as the day progressed, the situation took a violent turn. Additional footage shows the supermarket operator casually walking into the store, seemingly unaware of any impending danger. Suddenly, the same man who had been accused of shoplifting earlier is seen rushing up behind the operator, armed with a hammer. In a shocking and unprovoked attack, the assailant strikes the operator multiple times on the upper back, causing him to collapse to the ground.
The attacker's blows were so forceful that the operator was immediately incapacitated, while the assailant quickly fled the scene. The attack occurred in broad daylight, shortly after midday, leaving both witnesses and the community in shock.
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Local authorities have since been involved in the investigation. The police have identified the man responsible for the attack, who is believed to be of unsound mind, but he has not yet been apprehended. The incident has raised concerns about safety and mental health issues in the area, prompting discussions about the need for increased security measures in public spaces, as well as better support for individuals struggling with mental health challenges.