A man in his 50s has been left with potentially life-changing injuries after becoming trapped while climbing into the space between a double-decker Metrolink tram at the Market Street stop in Manchester city centre.
Incident and immediate response
Greater Manchester Police said the incident occurred at about 09:20 BST. Emergency services attended the scene close to the Arndale Centre and the stop was cordoned off while officers carried out inquiries. The injured man was taken to hospital for treatment; his precise condition has not been disclosed.
"Staff supported emergency services while the stop was cordoned off and the scene has now been cleared. Service changes remain in place across Metrolink and customers are advised to check the latest travel advice before making journeys by tram."
The comments were provided by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), which said staff had helped emergency teams at the stop and that the immediate scene has since been cleared.
Disruption to services
The incident led to interruptions across central routes, affecting passengers during the morning peak. Operators reported the following temporary changes:
- Bury line: services were terminating at Manchester Victoria only.
- Ashton line: trams were ending at Piccadilly.
- Between Piccadilly and Victoria: no services were running for a period while the scene was managed.
Commuters were urged to check TfGM travel updates before setting out, as knock-on effects continued to alter timetables across the network.
Local impact and context
Market Street is one of the busiest central city stops, adjacent to the Arndale shopping centre and pedestrian thoroughfares. Any incident there can quickly cause widespread disruption for shoppers, workers and visitors, particularly during peak hours. The deployment of a cordon also affects foot traffic and neighbouring businesses while investigations are under way.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Time | About 09:20 BST |
| Location | Market Street Metrolink stop, Manchester city centre |
| Injured person | Man, aged in his 50s; taken to hospital |
| Immediate service effects | Bury line to Victoria only; Ashton line to Piccadilly; no service Piccadilly–Victoria |
Police enquiries are ongoing. TfGM reiterated guidance for passengers to consult live travel information before travelling. Any further developments, including updates on the injured man’s condition or the outcome of the investigation, will be reported as they are confirmed by the authorities.
