Manchester Dad Attacked While Carrying Baby: Outrage Over Conditional Caution

A shocking incident occurred in Withington, Manchester last Saturday, May 31st, when Zaid Smith was attacked while carrying his three-month-old daughter. CCTV footage shows a man repeatedly punching Mr. Smith in the head, while he was unable to defend himself due to holding his child. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the attacker received a conditional caution, contingent on writing apology letters to Mr. Smith and the child's mother. Morgan Milward, the baby's mother, expressed her disagreement with the decision, stating, "It could have ended far worse." GMP said the case is under review by a senior officer, and the suspect is currently on police bail with a return date in July. The incident has sparked public debate about the adequacy of the police response and the safety of families in the community. The swift release of the CCTV footage and the mother's statement underscore the seriousness of the situation and the need for a thorough investigation.