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Four men were arrested this morning (Thursday 23 March 2023), after officers swooped in on a suspected cannabis farm on Arthur Street in Swinton.
The drugs warrant was carried out by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Salford Neighbourhood Team after evidence came to light that the property was being used for the cultivation of cannabis.
Initial searches of the building uncovered 3 rooms full of suspected cannabis plants.
The plants were seized and four men were detained under section 23 of the misuse of drugs act. They were subsequently arrested on suspicion of involvement in the production and supply of cannabis and remain in police custody for questioning.
Sergeant Peter MacFarlane said: "Locating a cannabis farm is a great result for the team who are gathering intelligence and working hard to crackdown on drug-related crime across Salford.
"Farms of this nature are also incredibly dangerous to other occupants in the area. The building itself is still being made safe due to the amount of wiring around the plants. Criminals running these types of enterprises have no regard for public safety and in these conditions, an electrical fault from bad wiring could easily start a fire and endanger lives.
"The arrests and seizures therefore go someway towards disrupting the supply of illegal drugs and the criminality that comes with it, and will also make our communities safer.
"This operation was intelligence led and a huge part of our intelligence comes from members of the public sharing information with us. If you have suspicions about a crime taking place please report it so we can take positive action and bring those responsible to justice."
You can make a report by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency. You can also report via the LiveChat function on GMP's website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
GMP recently rolled out a new Neighbourhood Policing model which means there will be more officers on the streets taking action against the crimes that matter to you the most.
In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 14 June), officers from Rochdale’s Neighbourhood Tasking Force alongside officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit, executed five simultaneous warrants as part of GMP's neighbourhood day of action at addresses in Rochdale and Oldham targeting those suspected to be involved with a series of aggravated burglaries in Royton and Rochdale in May 2023.
Four men aged between 18 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and assisting an offender.
Police Sergeant Andy Toward of GMP’s Rochdale district, said: "Burglary is incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the lives of those who fall victim and we're committed to targeting offenders across Greater Manchester.
"Through partnership work with teams across GMP we have been able to intercept and arrest four suspects and they are currently in custody for questioning.
“I would stress that our work will only continue and go from strength to strength as we remain committed to preventing and reducing this type of offending and removing violence off the streets of Manchester.
"We hope this morning's action builds public trust and confidence that GMP is committed to investigating neighbourhood crimes whilst keeping communities safe. We really need your help to ensure Greater Manchester is safe for those who live and work here, if you have any concerns in your community, please let us know.”
Anyone with information that will help bring burglars and handlers of stolen goods to justice is encouraged to contact police either via the LiveChat or reporting function on our website or by calling 101.
You can also pass on information anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Bee In The Loop is your direct line to your GMP neighbourhood policing team - beeintheloop.co.uk.
Greater Manchester Police's LiveChat system.
The new system ran as a pilot for six months but now the Force is encouraging people to go online when possible and speak to a specially trained advisor at the click of a button instead of picking up the phone.
In response to public feedback, the Force is encouraging people to use it and the information already available on its website in the lead up to England’s game on Wednesday and ahead of Donald Trump’s visit to the UK on Friday, two events that will put increased pressure on policing.
Deputy Chief Constable Ian Pilling said: “We work really hard to deal with everything that comes in to us in the best and most efficient way possible and remain committed to protecting the people of Greater Manchester. However, we need the public to work with us, think before they call and do everything they can to support each other and keep our communities safe.
“Please think before you pick up the phone. Do you really need us? Is the information on our website? Could you talk to us via LiveChat? We’re always here to help anyone who needs us, and always will be, but everyone needs to play their part.”
LiveChat can be used between 8am and midnight to:
Report a crime
- Give police information about their local area
- Get an update on a crime they have already reported
- Ask an advisor anything police related
It’s been introduced to help meet an ever increasing demand - for services online and sees the Force listen to and work with communities to give them the most efficient service possible.
Public feedback during a recent consultation highlighted that more and more people want to be able to access services online.
During the pilot, GMP’s LiveChat saw 14,237 conversations take place for anything from noise complaints and neighbour disputes right up to disclosures of domestic abuse and modern slavery.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
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Four men were arrested this morning (Thursday 23 March 2023), after officers swooped in on a suspected cannabis farm on Arthur Street in Swinton.
The drugs warrant was carried out by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Salford Neighbourhood Team after evidence came to light that the property was being used for the cultivation of cannabis.
Initial searches of the building uncovered 3 rooms full of suspected cannabis plants.
The plants were seized and four men were detained under section 23 of the misuse of drugs act. They were subsequently arrested on suspicion of involvement in the production and supply of cannabis and remain in police custody for questioning.
Sergeant Peter MacFarlane said: "Locating a cannabis farm is a great result for the team who are gathering intelligence and working hard to crackdown on drug-related crime across Salford.
"Farms of this nature are also incredibly dangerous to other occupants in the area. The building itself is still being made safe due to the amount of wiring around the plants. Criminals running these types of enterprises have no regard for public safety and in these conditions, an electrical fault from bad wiring could easily start a fire and endanger lives.
"The arrests and seizures therefore go someway towards disrupting the supply of illegal drugs and the criminality that comes with it, and will also make our communities safer.
"This operation was intelligence led and a huge part of our intelligence comes from members of the public sharing information with us. If you have suspicions about a crime taking place please report it so we can take positive action and bring those responsible to justice."
You can make a report by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency. You can also report via the LiveChat function on GMP's website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
GMP recently rolled out a new Neighbourhood Policing model which means there will be more officers on the streets taking action against the crimes that matter to you the most.
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
At around 5.30am today (Tuesday 12 October) officers from GMP's Oldham Challenger Team executed three warrants at addresses across Newton Heath and Failsworth.
The warrants formed part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs across Greater Manchester, as well as the criminal use of the encrypted communications platform Encrochat, often used by organised criminal groups.
During the raids, three men in their 30s were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply cocaine and two of the men were further arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply amphetamine, entering into a money laundering agreement and possession of a prohibited weapon with intent to cause fear.
They remain in custody for questioning by detectives.
Following searches of all three properties, suspected class A and B drugs were recovered, along with over £3000 in cash, designer clothing, jewellery, phones and vehicles.
In July 2020, GMP alongside nearly every law enforcement agency across the UK came together as part of the National Crime Agency led 'Operation Venetic', focused on the takedown of 'Encrochat' - a sophisticated encrypted communications service used by OCG's.
GMP launched a series of intricate investigations bringing together 16 teams of officers from across all ten districts of Greater Manchester. Codenamed 'Operation Foam', the force wide operation has been in constant action for the past 15 months.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP's Oldham Challenger Team, said: "Today's action is the culmination of months of intricate investigative work and is another positive result for the team in our endeavour to disrupt and dismantle the distribution and trade of drugs across our region.
"Thankfully today we have been able to remove what is suspected to be a large quantity of drugs from our community, and although we have three men in custody our searches and investigation will continue this morning and we will ensure all criminal assets are seized.
"An inordinate amount of work goes on behind the scenes to investigate the distribution of drugs and I hope today's arrests and seizures send a stark warning that GMP will do all in its power to pursue offenders and ensure no one benefits from ill-gotten gains and the sale of drugs.
"Often these investigations rely on intelligence passed to police by members of the public can often play a big part in investigations. If you have information that could aid our investigations into the trade of drugs across Greater Manchester then please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101. Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk.
For emergencies only call 999, or 101 if it's a less urgent matter.
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Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
At around 5.30am today (Tuesday 12 October) officers from GMP's Oldham Challenger Team executed three warrants at addresses across Newton Heath and Failsworth.
The warrants formed part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs across Greater Manchester, as well as the criminal use of the encrypted communications platform Encrochat, often used by organised criminal groups.
During the raids, three men in their 30s were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply cocaine and two of the men were further arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply amphetamine, entering into a money laundering agreement and possession of a prohibited weapon with intent to cause fear.
They remain in custody for questioning by detectives.
Following searches of all three properties, suspected class A and B drugs were recovered, along with over £3000 in cash, designer clothing, jewellery, phones and vehicles.
In July 2020, GMP alongside nearly every law enforcement agency across the UK came together as part of the National Crime Agency led 'Operation Venetic', focused on the takedown of 'Encrochat' - a sophisticated encrypted communications service used by OCG's.
GMP launched a series of intricate investigations bringing together 16 teams of officers from across all ten districts of Greater Manchester. Codenamed 'Operation Foam', the force wide operation has been in constant action for the past 15 months.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP's Oldham Challenger Team, said: "Today's action is the culmination of months of intricate investigative work and is another positive result for the team in our endeavour to disrupt and dismantle the distribution and trade of drugs across our region.
"Thankfully today we have been able to remove what is suspected to be a large quantity of drugs from our community, and although we have three men in custody our searches and investigation will continue this morning and we will ensure all criminal assets are seized.
"An inordinate amount of work goes on behind the scenes to investigate the distribution of drugs and I hope today's arrests and seizures send a stark warning that GMP will do all in its power to pursue offenders and ensure no one benefits from ill-gotten gains and the sale of drugs.
"Often these investigations rely on intelligence passed to police by members of the public can often play a big part in investigations. If you have information that could aid our investigations into the trade of drugs across Greater Manchester then please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101. Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk.
For emergencies only call 999, or 101 if it's a less urgent matter.
GMP dismantle drugs operation and seize chemicals
In true ‘Breaking Bad’ style police have uncovered a shipping container full of chemicals in Royton, Oldham.
Dawn raids executed by GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group have revealed a large-scale drugs manufacturing operation in Oldham this morning (Wednesday 1 February), resulting in two men, aged 47 and 49, being arrested on suspicion of production of drugs and money laundering. They remain in police custody for questioning.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group said: “Today’s warrants and seizures are another huge step in our crackdown of the illegal drug market, which is heavily linked to exploitation and serious violence.
“The full extent of the operation is still being uncovered by officers at multiple addresses across Greater Manchester.
“Please don’t be alarmed if you see police in protective suits, this is standard procedure to ensure the safety of our officers. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please speak to one of the local officers, they are there to help you.
"As always, we would ask that anyone with information or anyone with concerns to contact us as we work to disrupt serious crime across the region. Intelligence from members of the public continuously helps us with our on-going investigations - no matter how small the information may seem.”
Information can be shared online via our LiveChat facility at www.gmp.police.uk.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk
In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 14 June), officers from Rochdale’s Neighbourhood Tasking Force alongside officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit, executed five simultaneous warrants as part of GMP's neighbourhood day of action at addresses in Rochdale and Oldham targeting those suspected to be involved with a series of aggravated burglaries in Royton and Rochdale in May 2023.
Four men aged between 18 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and assisting an offender.
Police Sergeant Andy Toward of GMP’s Rochdale district, said: "Burglary is incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the lives of those who fall victim and we're committed to targeting offenders across Greater Manchester.
"Through partnership work with teams across GMP we have been able to intercept and arrest four suspects and they are currently in custody for questioning.
“I would stress that our work will only continue and go from strength to strength as we remain committed to preventing and reducing this type of offending and removing violence off the streets of Manchester.
"We hope this morning's action builds public trust and confidence that GMP is committed to investigating neighbourhood crimes whilst keeping communities safe. We really need your help to ensure Greater Manchester is safe for those who live and work here, if you have any concerns in your community, please let us know.”
Anyone with information that will help bring burglars and handlers of stolen goods to justice is encouraged to contact police either via the LiveChat or reporting function on our website or by calling 101.
You can also pass on information anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Bee In The Loop is your direct line to your GMP neighbourhood policing team - beeintheloop.co.uk.
In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 14 June), officers from Rochdale’s Neighbourhood Tasking Force alongside officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit, executed five simultaneous warrants as part of GMP's neighbourhood day of action at addresses in Rochdale and Oldham targeting those suspected to be involved with a series of aggravated burglaries in Royton and Rochdale in May 2023.
Four men aged between 18 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and assisting an offender.
Police Sergeant Andy Toward of GMP’s Rochdale district, said: "Burglary is incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the lives of those who fall victim and we're committed to targeting offenders across Greater Manchester.
"Through partnership work with teams across GMP we have been able to intercept and arrest four suspects and they are currently in custody for questioning.
“I would stress that our work will only continue and go from strength to strength as we remain committed to preventing and reducing this type of offending and removing violence off the streets of Manchester.
"We hope this morning's action builds public trust and confidence that GMP is committed to investigating neighbourhood crimes whilst keeping communities safe. We really need your help to ensure Greater Manchester is safe for those who live and work here, if you have any concerns in your community, please let us know.”
Anyone with information that will help bring burglars and handlers of stolen goods to justice is encouraged to contact police either via the LiveChat or reporting function on our website or by calling 101.
You can also pass on information anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Bee In The Loop is your direct line to your GMP neighbourhood policing team - beeintheloop.co.uk.
Four men were arrested this morning (Thursday 23 March 2023), after officers swooped in on a suspected cannabis farm on Arthur Street in Swinton.
The drugs warrant was carried out by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Salford Neighbourhood Team after evidence came to light that the property was being used for the cultivation of cannabis.
Initial searches of the building uncovered 3 rooms full of suspected cannabis plants.
The plants were seized and four men were detained under section 23 of the misuse of drugs act. They were subsequently arrested on suspicion of involvement in the production and supply of cannabis and remain in police custody for questioning.
Sergeant Peter MacFarlane said: "Locating a cannabis farm is a great result for the team who are gathering intelligence and working hard to crackdown on drug-related crime across Salford.
"Farms of this nature are also incredibly dangerous to other occupants in the area. The building itself is still being made safe due to the amount of wiring around the plants. Criminals running these types of enterprises have no regard for public safety and in these conditions, an electrical fault from bad wiring could easily start a fire and endanger lives.
"The arrests and seizures therefore go someway towards disrupting the supply of illegal drugs and the criminality that comes with it, and will also make our communities safer.
"This operation was intelligence led and a huge part of our intelligence comes from members of the public sharing information with us. If you have suspicions about a crime taking place please report it so we can take positive action and bring those responsible to justice."
You can make a report by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency. You can also report via the LiveChat function on GMP's website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
GMP recently rolled out a new Neighbourhood Policing model which means there will be more officers on the streets taking action against the crimes that matter to you the most.
GMP dismantle drugs operation and seize chemicals
In true ‘Breaking Bad’ style police have uncovered a shipping container full of chemicals in Royton, Oldham.
Dawn raids executed by GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group have revealed a large-scale drugs manufacturing operation in Oldham this morning (Wednesday 1 February), resulting in two men, aged 47 and 49, being arrested on suspicion of production of drugs and money laundering. They remain in police custody for questioning.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group said: “Today’s warrants and seizures are another huge step in our crackdown of the illegal drug market, which is heavily linked to exploitation and serious violence.
“The full extent of the operation is still being uncovered by officers at multiple addresses across Greater Manchester.
“Please don’t be alarmed if you see police in protective suits, this is standard procedure to ensure the safety of our officers. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please speak to one of the local officers, they are there to help you.
"As always, we would ask that anyone with information or anyone with concerns to contact us as we work to disrupt serious crime across the region. Intelligence from members of the public continuously helps us with our on-going investigations - no matter how small the information may seem.”
Information can be shared online via our LiveChat facility at www.gmp.police.uk.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
Officers have been providing additional support to the residents of Bolton over the past few weeks with a focus on deterring and preventing vehicle crime.
Following intelligence from the local community and ongoing work from officers in and around the area, plain-clothes officers led a three-week evening operation in an attempt to tackle a range of vehicle offences from burglary to driving under the influence. As a direct result of this operation, officers made five separate arrests for burglary offences, and two in relation to driving offences.
Hub Commander for Bolton Inspector Karen Clappison said: “Throughout the operation; our officers have focused on, not only providing enforcement but also gaining vital intelligence on known offenders.
“Targeting offenders of vehicle crimes is one of our current priorities for the division and with the help of this operation, we have made some good arrests. However, as we continue to work with local partners to crackdown on these types of offences, we also need the public’s help.
“We would urge anyone who notices any suspicious behaviour to report it directly to us. By making sure your vehicle is locked and clear of valuables, and remaining vigilant against any alarming or strange activity in the area, you can help send the message that these crimes will not be tolerated by the neighbourhood, or anywhere else.
“We have also been working closely with Crimestoppers throughout the operation and if you have any information, you can to contact them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
If you notice anything suspicious, please call police on 101 or report it via the LiveChat function on our website. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
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Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
GMP dismantle drugs operation and seize chemicals
In true ‘Breaking Bad’ style police have uncovered a shipping container full of chemicals in Royton, Oldham.
Dawn raids executed by GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group have revealed a large-scale drugs manufacturing operation in Oldham this morning (Wednesday 1 February), resulting in two men, aged 47 and 49, being arrested on suspicion of production of drugs and money laundering. They remain in police custody for questioning.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group said: “Today’s warrants and seizures are another huge step in our crackdown of the illegal drug market, which is heavily linked to exploitation and serious violence.
“The full extent of the operation is still being uncovered by officers at multiple addresses across Greater Manchester.
“Please don’t be alarmed if you see police in protective suits, this is standard procedure to ensure the safety of our officers. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please speak to one of the local officers, they are there to help you.
"As always, we would ask that anyone with information or anyone with concerns to contact us as we work to disrupt serious crime across the region. Intelligence from members of the public continuously helps us with our on-going investigations - no matter how small the information may seem.”
Information can be shared online via our LiveChat facility at www.gmp.police.uk.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk
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Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes said: "GMP stands firmly alongside everyone in Greater Manchester and the rest of the UK who has spoken out in condemning the disgusting racist abuse that has been directed towards members of the England football team and others recently.
"No one should ever be subject to racist language and such vile behaviour not only impacts those it is directed towards but also those who witness it in a public forum. We are proud to serve one of the most culturally diverse areas in the UK and stamping out hate crime is, and will always be, a priority for our officers.
"We can confirm that we are currently investigating two separate incidents that have been reported to us. One is in relation to a social media post made following the Italy v England Euro 2020 final on Sunday and the other is in relation to the vandalism of a mural on Copson Street, Withington.
"We will work alongside partners to ensure the responsible person(s) are identified and face the appropriate action but we are also appealing for information from members of the public which could help us so I want to encourage anyone with information to please get in touch as a matter of urgency.
"The outpouring of support we have seen from the local community in response to the racist abuse online and the damage caused to the mural has been incredible and perfectly highlights Greater Manchester's absolute intolerance to hate.
"This type of crime will not drive our communities apart but will simply draw us closer together in unison."
Anyone with any information regarding the damaged mural in Withington should contact police on 0161 856 4973 quoting incident number 453 of 12/7/2021 - or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
We would always encourage anyone who has been a victim, or witness of hate crime to report it at the earliest opportunity via 101, LiveChat or online. Alternatively you can visit www.letsendhatecrime.com."
Raids were carried out this morning, Tuesday 16 March 2021, at 18 addresses in Wigan.
The raids were led by officers from GMP's Wigan district, Specialist Operations, Serious and Organised Crime Group and Challenger Teams from across the force.
Superintendent Mark Kenny of GMP’s Wigan District said: “GMP is committed to clamping down on drugs and the hugely detrimental impact they have on our communities. Today's operation highlights that, and means that individuals who have blighted their community have been arrested.
"Illegal drugs and, the organised criminal gangs who seek to control their supply, have a corrosive effect on our communities and attract further criminality to the areas they operate. Today's operation follows a long and complex investigation which will continue over the coming days.
"I would ask that if anyone has concerns about drug dealing or crime where they live, that they report it to us on 101 or 999 if it’s an emergency, or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also give us information via LiveChat on our website at www.gmp.police.uk.”
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
At around 5.30am today (Tuesday 12 October) officers from GMP's Oldham Challenger Team executed three warrants at addresses across Newton Heath and Failsworth.
The warrants formed part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs across Greater Manchester, as well as the criminal use of the encrypted communications platform Encrochat, often used by organised criminal groups.
Following searches of all three properties, suspected class A and B drugs were recovered, along with over £3000 in cash, designer clothing, jewellery, phones and vehicles.
In July 2020, GMP alongside nearly every law enforcement agency across the UK came together as part of the National Crime Agency led 'Operation Venetic', focused on the takedown of 'Encrochat' - a sophisticated encrypted communications service used by OCG's.
GMP launched a series of intricate investigations bringing together 16 teams of officers from across all ten districts of Greater Manchester. Codenamed 'Operation Foam', the force wide operation has been in constant action for the past 15 months.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP's Oldham Challenger Team, said: "Today's action is the culmination of months of intricate investigative work and is another positive result for the team in our endeavour to disrupt and dismantle the distribution and trade of drugs across our region.
"Thankfully today we have been able to remove what is suspected to be a large quantity of drugs from our community, and although we have three men in custody our searches and investigation will continue this morning and we will ensure all criminal assets are seized.
"An inordinate amount of work goes on behind the scenes to investigate the distribution of drugs and I hope today's arrests and seizures send a stark warning that GMP will do all in its power to pursue offenders and ensure no one benefits from ill-gotten gains and the sale of drugs.
"Often these investigations rely on intelligence passed to police by members of the public can often play a big part in investigations. If you have information that could aid our investigations into the trade of drugs across Greater Manchester then please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101. Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Detectives probing the kidnaps of two men in Salford last month are questioning five suspects after dawn raids this morning saw properties targeted across the city and Manchester as part of the investigation.
Earlier today (Thursday 7 April) officers from our Tactical Aid Unit (TAU), alongside local officers, hit six addresses in Blackley, Gorton and Salford.
The action comes after we received a report on the evening of Thursday 24 March regarding a man being assaulted and dragged into a car by a group of three men on Clarendon Park.
Thankfully after enquiries by specialist investigators, the victim - a man in his 20s - was found safe and well with some physical injuries but none that required hospital treatment.
Subsequent enquiries have led detectives from our Swinton CID to believe that a second man - also aged in his 20s - was also targeted by the group but was able to flee from the offenders vehicle.
We think that the incidents have been targeted attacks emanating from a possible drugs dispute involving organised criminals and we're keen to ensure that any potential suspects are identified and brought to custody for questioning.
Five men aged between 20 and 30 are currently in two custody sites across Greater Manchester and await questioning on suspicion of kidnap.
Anyone with concerns or information about suspicious activity in their area should contact us online via LiveChat, if able, or by calling 101 knowing that information will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Details can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
At 6am this morning (21 October) 11 warrants were carried out across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Stafford as part of 'Operation Ceramic', a large scale investigation into the supply of Class A drugs by organised crime groups across the North West and Midlands.
GMP's Serious and Organised Crime Unit were supported by officers from GMPs City of Manchester district, the National Crime Agency, Cheshire Constabulary and West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit.
Following the dawn raids, seven people were arrested.
Detective Inspector Phil Kennedy, of GMPs Serious and Organised Crime Group said: "We've had a fantastic result this morning. These warrants have been executed following a meticulous investigation incorporating months of hard work by ourselves and our partner agencies to begin to break apart these organised crime groups that bring misery to our local communities.
"This investigation shows the dedication we have to cracking down on drug related activity and to anyone who is involved in this type of crime, we will catch up with you and you will be brought to justice.
"Drugs blight communities and we're committed to ensuring those responsible for the movement of drugs are identified.
"Although we have made these arrests our investigation continues and I would encourage anyone who has information on the supply of drugs, or anyone who has witnessed suspicious behaviour in their communities to please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information into the supply or distribution of drugs in Manchester can contact police on 101.
Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
Three people have been arrested following dawn raids aimed at disrupting the supply of drugs and the criminal exploitation of vulnerable adults in Manchester.
Shortly after 6am this morning (Friday 15 March) officers executed search warrants at six addresses in the Beswick area of Manchester.
Three men, two aged 18 and one aged 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and engaging in human trafficking for the purpose of criminal exploitation.
The arrests were made as part of Operation Fosbury, an ongoing investigation being led by the City of Manchester Complex Safeguarding Hub into the exploitation of vulnerable adults and children within the Beswick area.
The new multi-agency team* which includes specialist detectives from GMP, has been established to combat the increasing risk of vulnerable people, particularly young people, being sexually and criminally exploited.
Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe from GMP’s Complex Safeguarding hub said: “Our aim is to target and disrupt those individuals who seek to exploit children and vulnerable adults and we will take every opportunity to target and prosecute offenders.
“This particular investigation focuses on helping vulnerable people who we believe have been exploited and forced to drug deals in other areas of the UK in what is widely known as ‘County Lines’ offending.
“As a result of the investigation, we have been able to identify a number of vulnerable people within the Manchester area who have been exploited in the most horrendous way by organised criminals and they will now receive bespoke multi-agency support.”
Criminal exploitation or ‘Trapped’ as it is referred to across Greater Manchester is a form of criminal exploitation that sees offenders use children or vulnerable people for the purposes of selling drugs.
They could be trafficked around the local area, or taken to areas with no obvious links or connections and this often involves the victim being subjected to deception, intimidation, violence, financial exploitation and grooming.
Are you being made to commit crime on behalf of someone else? Are you fearful for yourself or your family’s safety? Find out more at: www.programmechallenger.co.uk/Trapped
Anyone with concerns either about themselves or somebody else can contact the police via the LiveChat facility on the GMP website or 101 in a non-emergency situation.
You can also report details anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 when there is an emergency or an immediate threat to life.
Raids were carried out this morning, Tuesday 16 March 2021, at 18 addresses in Wigan.
The raids were led by officers from GMP's Wigan district, Specialist Operations, Serious and Organised Crime Group and Challenger Teams from across the force.
Superintendent Mark Kenny of GMP’s Wigan District said: “GMP is committed to clamping down on drugs and the hugely detrimental impact they have on our communities. Today's operation highlights that, and means that individuals who have blighted their community have been arrested.
"Illegal drugs and, the organised criminal gangs who seek to control their supply, have a corrosive effect on our communities and attract further criminality to the areas they operate. Today's operation follows a long and complex investigation which will continue over the coming days.
"I would ask that if anyone has concerns about drug dealing or crime where they live, that they report it to us on 101 or 999 if it’s an emergency, or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also give us information via LiveChat on our website at www.gmp.police.uk.”
Raids were carried out this morning, Tuesday 16 March 2021, at 18 addresses in Wigan.
The raids were led by officers from GMP's Wigan district, Specialist Operations, Serious and Organised Crime Group and Challenger Teams from across the force.
Superintendent Mark Kenny of GMP’s Wigan District said: “GMP is committed to clamping down on drugs and the hugely detrimental impact they have on our communities. Today's operation highlights that, and means that individuals who have blighted their community have been arrested.
"Illegal drugs and, the organised criminal gangs who seek to control their supply, have a corrosive effect on our communities and attract further criminality to the areas they operate. Today's operation follows a long and complex investigation which will continue over the coming days.
"I would ask that if anyone has concerns about drug dealing or crime where they live, that they report it to us on 101 or 999 if it’s an emergency, or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also give us information via LiveChat on our website at www.gmp.police.uk.”
GMP dismantle drugs operation and seize chemicals
In true ‘Breaking Bad’ style police have uncovered a shipping container full of chemicals in Royton, Oldham.
Dawn raids executed by GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group have revealed a large-scale drugs manufacturing operation in Oldham this morning (Wednesday 1 February), resulting in two men, aged 47 and 49, being arrested on suspicion of production of drugs and money laundering. They remain in police custody for questioning.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group said: “Today’s warrants and seizures are another huge step in our crackdown of the illegal drug market, which is heavily linked to exploitation and serious violence.
“The full extent of the operation is still being uncovered by officers at multiple addresses across Greater Manchester.
“Please don’t be alarmed if you see police in protective suits, this is standard procedure to ensure the safety of our officers. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please speak to one of the local officers, they are there to help you.
"As always, we would ask that anyone with information or anyone with concerns to contact us as we work to disrupt serious crime across the region. Intelligence from members of the public continuously helps us with our on-going investigations - no matter how small the information may seem.”
Information can be shared online via our LiveChat facility at www.gmp.police.uk.
You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk
A Greater Manchester Police officer post an appeal for witnesses at the Marcus Rashford Mural in Withington.
Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes said: "GMP stands firmly alongside everyone in Greater Manchester and the rest of the UK who has spoken out in condemning the disgusting racist abuse that has been directed towards members of the England football team and others recently.
"No one should ever be subject to racist language and such vile behaviour not only impacts those it is directed towards but also those who witness it in a public forum. We are proud to serve one of the most culturally diverse areas in the UK and stamping out hate crime is, and will always be, a priority for our officers.
"We can confirm that we are currently investigating two separate incidents that have been reported to us. One is in relation to a social media post made following the Italy v England Euro 2020 final on Sunday and the other is in relation to the vandalism of a mural on Copson Street, Withington.
"We will work alongside partners to ensure the responsible person(s) are identified and face the appropriate action but we are also appealing for information from members of the public which could help us so I want to encourage anyone with information to please get in touch as a matter of urgency.
"The outpouring of support we have seen from the local community in response to the racist abuse online and the damage caused to the mural has been incredible and perfectly highlights Greater Manchester's absolute intolerance to hate.
"This type of crime will not drive our communities apart but will simply draw us closer together in unison."
Anyone with any information regarding the damaged mural in Withington should contact police on 0161 856 4973 quoting incident number 453 of 12/7/2021 - or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
We would always encourage anyone who has been a victim, or witness of hate crime to report it at the earliest opportunity via 101, LiveChat or online. Alternatively you can visit www.letsendhatecrime.com.";
In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 14 June), officers from Rochdale’s Neighbourhood Tasking Force alongside officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit, executed five simultaneous warrants as part of GMP's neighbourhood day of action at addresses in Rochdale and Oldham targeting those suspected to be involved with a series of aggravated burglaries in Royton and Rochdale in May 2023.
Four men aged between 18 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and assisting an offender.
Police Sergeant Andy Toward of GMP’s Rochdale district, said: "Burglary is incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the lives of those who fall victim and we're committed to targeting offenders across Greater Manchester.
"Through partnership work with teams across GMP we have been able to intercept and arrest four suspects and they are currently in custody for questioning.
“I would stress that our work will only continue and go from strength to strength as we remain committed to preventing and reducing this type of offending and removing violence off the streets of Manchester.
"We hope this morning's action builds public trust and confidence that GMP is committed to investigating neighbourhood crimes whilst keeping communities safe. We really need your help to ensure Greater Manchester is safe for those who live and work here, if you have any concerns in your community, please let us know.”
Anyone with information that will help bring burglars and handlers of stolen goods to justice is encouraged to contact police either via the LiveChat or reporting function on our website or by calling 101.
You can also pass on information anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
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Raids were carried out this morning, Tuesday 16 March 2021, at 18 addresses in Wigan.
The raids were led by officers from GMP's Wigan district, Specialist Operations, Serious and Organised Crime Group and Challenger Teams from across the force.
Superintendent Mark Kenny of GMP’s Wigan District said: “GMP is committed to clamping down on drugs and the hugely detrimental impact they have on our communities. Today's operation highlights that, and means that individuals who have blighted their community have been arrested.
"Illegal drugs and, the organised criminal gangs who seek to control their supply, have a corrosive effect on our communities and attract further criminality to the areas they operate. Today's operation follows a long and complex investigation which will continue over the coming days.
"I would ask that if anyone has concerns about drug dealing or crime where they live, that they report it to us on 101 or 999 if it’s an emergency, or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also give us information via LiveChat on our website at www.gmp.police.uk.”
At around 5.30am today (Tuesday 12 October) officers from GMP's Oldham Challenger Team executed three warrants at addresses across Newton Heath and Failsworth.
The warrants formed part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs across Greater Manchester, as well as the criminal use of the encrypted communications platform Encrochat, often used by organised criminal groups.
During the raids, three men in their 30s were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply cocaine and two of the men were further arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply amphetamine, entering into a money laundering agreement and possession of a prohibited weapon with intent to cause fear.
They remain in custody for questioning by detectives.
Following searches of all three properties, suspected class A and B drugs were recovered, along with over £3000 in cash, designer clothing, jewellery, phones and vehicles.
In July 2020, GMP alongside nearly every law enforcement agency across the UK came together as part of the National Crime Agency led 'Operation Venetic', focused on the takedown of 'Encrochat' - a sophisticated encrypted communications service used by OCG's.
GMP launched a series of intricate investigations bringing together 16 teams of officers from across all ten districts of Greater Manchester. Codenamed 'Operation Foam', the force wide operation has been in constant action for the past 15 months.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP's Oldham Challenger Team, said: "Today's action is the culmination of months of intricate investigative work and is another positive result for the team in our endeavour to disrupt and dismantle the distribution and trade of drugs across our region.
"Thankfully today we have been able to remove what is suspected to be a large quantity of drugs from our community, and although we have three men in custody our searches and investigation will continue this morning and we will ensure all criminal assets are seized.
"An inordinate amount of work goes on behind the scenes to investigate the distribution of drugs and I hope today's arrests and seizures send a stark warning that GMP will do all in its power to pursue offenders and ensure no one benefits from ill-gotten gains and the sale of drugs.
"Often these investigations rely on intelligence passed to police by members of the public can often play a big part in investigations. If you have information that could aid our investigations into the trade of drugs across Greater Manchester then please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101. Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk.
For emergencies only call 999, or 101 if it's a less urgent matter.
The motor trade expert who now heads up a unit that has over 90 years’ combined experience in examining stolen and recovered cars is sharing his tips on how to keep your vehicles safe from theft.
Stolen cars and finding those responsible is one of GMP’s main priorities with continuous force-wide operations running that aim to crackdown on offenders who are actively stealing cars in burglaries and robberies, including using violence often to be sold on, broken into parts or used to commit further crimes.
Peter Johnson joined GMP during the pandemic as the supervisor of the Vehicle Examination Unit (VEU), after spending over 30 years working with a variety of manufacturers in various different roles in the north west. The VEU are responsible for carefully examining vehicles recovered by officers which are either suspected stolen, have no insurance or have had their identities altered.
The unit are a small yet extremely important force resource based in different garages across the region, with each member of the team holding a high degree of skill, knowledge and experience in detecting stolen cars or parts by carefully examining them. They also often assist with large-scale criminal investigations such as one last month which saw five sentenced for a chop shop and selling parts.
Ford and Land Rover/Range Rover vehicles are among the most stolen vehicles reported in recent months. Since the beginning of this year, over 2,500 vehicles have been reported stolen.
“A lot of the stolen cars we have are through burglaries where keys are taken. Criminals are either breaking in and taking the vehicles, or they’re using technology to get past it such as relay signal boosters.” said Peter.
“A lot of these vehicles are then either chopped up into parts and sold, or shipped and resold in another country. Land Rovers and Range Rovers one of the vehicles targeted heavily at the moment.
Peter used to work for Jaguar Land Rover for 12 years, along with Peugeot, Hyundai and Mazda and many more in a range of different roles including parts and servicing and therefore has extensive knowledge of vehicles.
He added: “I’d advise any car owner to be vigilant. The most obviously thing everyone can do is to make sure nothing is visible or in view – criminals can clearly see what’s inside and they will find a way of breaking in or stealing it if they really want the contents or the vehicle itself.
“It often goes without saying, but doing basic things like making sure all doors, windows and sunroofs are locked and secure can really make a difference.
“Never leave keys in a car either. As for keyless vehicles, one of the best things to do is to buy a Faraday pouch which can be bought online at little costs. The key sits in the bag and stops the signal that the key emits, meaning it can’t be picked up by devices that criminals illegally use to open the doors and start vehicles. Manufacturers are aware of this issue nationally and are constantly working on technology and new ways of stopping this from happening.
“Thefts of number plates is also increasing as they’re often swapped by criminals after they’ve stolen a car. Make sure number plates are secured properly which can be done by using anti-theft screws.”
He added: “Steering locks can be a bit fiddly to put on but it’s a huge deterrent. Criminals will often look at it and walk away because of the time it takes to get it off. Most thefts of vehicles are quick and can be done in seconds so anything to reduce how fast they could steal it will help.
“Some car owners also have ghost immobilisers fitted which means they have their own unique procedure to start a car such as pressing different buttons in a certain sequence that’s specific to that vehicle – a bit like a security code. There’s no way criminals can start the car without knowing the code.”
Peter also advised on those buying cars to carry out checks to ensure the vehicles are legitimate and not stolen, as money often cannot be returned if a vehicle is found to be stolen.
“If vehicles are advertised cheap, they’re normally cheap for a reason,” said Peter.
“I’d recommend going to a dealership to check or buying through sellers that are VAT registered or genuine businesses where the buyer can be reassured that all checks have been done prior to the vehicle going on sale. A lot of investigations have found stolen cars advertised as genuine vehicles on social media platforms.
“Anyone looking to buy vehicles privately should check all three identities on the vehicle. Firstly, the visible VIN, which is usually in the lower corner of the front windscreen. The stamped-in VIN, which is physically stamped into the bodyshell in various locations on the vehicle, and the sticker VIN which is usually on door apertures. All cars have got them – make sure they all match. Any signs of tampering of stickers or if they look rough or picked at are often warning signs for us. The VIN in the windscreen should also be uniform and straight.
“It’s also worth checking the registration plate is correct to the vehicle it’s displayed on and it has the selling retailers address and postcode in the middle and the BSAU markings in the lower right corner.
“For anyone struggling, there are plenty of Apps that can also be used to check the identity of vehicles when purchasing one.”
Last year alone, GMP’s Transport and Vehicle Interception Unit (TVIU), who are just one of the teams looking to recover stolen vehicles and find those responsible, recovered over 450 stolen cars – totalling to £8,594,400.00 worth of vehicles. Last month, we jailed a group for a combined total of over 12 months after discovering a chop shop and finding that the group were selling parts from stolen vehicles online. More here: Five sentenced for vehicle chop shop operation | Greater Manchester Police (gmp.police.uk).
Superintendent John Griffith, force lead for Operation Dynamo, said: “We know how distressing it can be to be burgled, and how some people really rely on their vehicles every day, whether that’s for work or their day-to-day lives.
"Cars are of both great value and sentimental value to some people and we understand that having a car stolen can have a huge impact both financially and emotionally.
“There are a number of on-going investigations into those we suspect to be responsible for their involvement in stolen vehicles and though a lot of it can’t be revealed until it’s gone through court, I want to reassure residents of Greater Manchester that we are listening, and we are determined to find those responsible.
"We constantly monitor the number of burglaries across Greater Manchester and information is continuously gathered and acted upon. Teams from across GMP work together to deter, disrupt and ultimately dismantle organised crime groups on a daily basis.
"Officers from GMP's Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit (TVIU) along with other teams use both covert and marked cars, as well as ANPR technology, to catch who we believed to be burglars and robbers in cars thought to be stolen.
"Stolen cars is a national issue and we continuously work with colleagues across the UK to tackle the issue and carefully piece together evidence and investigations.
"We will continue to work to bring offenders to justice, but I would ask that residents help us to help them by following our advice on our website or Peter’s expert advice.
"Anyone with information about car thefts or anyone who believes suspicious activity is taking place at premises' that may be a ‘chop shop’ can report it online or via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk or alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
At 6am this morning (21 October) 11 warrants were carried out across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Stafford as part of 'Operation Ceramic', a large scale investigation into the supply of Class A drugs by organised crime groups across the North West and Midlands.
GMP's Serious and Organised Crime Unit were supported by officers from GMPs City of Manchester district, the National Crime Agency, Cheshire Constabulary and West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit.
Following the dawn raids, seven people were arrested.
Detective Inspector Phil Kennedy, of GMPs Serious and Organised Crime Group said: "We've had a fantastic result this morning. These warrants have been executed following a meticulous investigation incorporating months of hard work by ourselves and our partner agencies to begin to break apart these organised crime groups that bring misery to our local communities.
"This investigation shows the dedication we have to cracking down on drug related activity and to anyone who is involved in this type of crime, we will catch up with you and you will be brought to justice.
"Drugs blight communities and we're committed to ensuring those responsible for the movement of drugs are identified.
"Although we have made these arrests our investigation continues and I would encourage anyone who has information on the supply of drugs, or anyone who has witnessed suspicious behaviour in their communities to please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information into the supply or distribution of drugs in Manchester can contact police on 101.
Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
At around 5.30am today (Tuesday 12 October) officers from GMP's Oldham Challenger Team executed three warrants at addresses across Newton Heath and Failsworth.
The warrants formed part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs across Greater Manchester, as well as the criminal use of the encrypted communications platform Encrochat, often used by organised criminal groups.
During the raids, three men in their 30s were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply cocaine and two of the men were further arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply amphetamine, entering into a money laundering agreement and possession of a prohibited weapon with intent to cause fear.
They remain in custody for questioning by detectives.
Following searches of all three properties, suspected class A and B drugs were recovered, along with over £3000 in cash, designer clothing, jewellery, phones and vehicles.
In July 2020, GMP alongside nearly every law enforcement agency across the UK came together as part of the National Crime Agency led 'Operation Venetic', focused on the takedown of 'Encrochat' - a sophisticated encrypted communications service used by OCG's.
GMP launched a series of intricate investigations bringing together 16 teams of officers from across all ten districts of Greater Manchester. Codenamed 'Operation Foam', the force wide operation has been in constant action for the past 15 months.
Detective Sergeant Alex Brown of GMP's Oldham Challenger Team, said: "Today's action is the culmination of months of intricate investigative work and is another positive result for the team in our endeavour to disrupt and dismantle the distribution and trade of drugs across our region.
"Thankfully today we have been able to remove what is suspected to be a large quantity of drugs from our community, and although we have three men in custody our searches and investigation will continue this morning and we will ensure all criminal assets are seized.
"An inordinate amount of work goes on behind the scenes to investigate the distribution of drugs and I hope today's arrests and seizures send a stark warning that GMP will do all in its power to pursue offenders and ensure no one benefits from ill-gotten gains and the sale of drugs.
"Often these investigations rely on intelligence passed to police by members of the public can often play a big part in investigations. If you have information that could aid our investigations into the trade of drugs across Greater Manchester then please get in touch with police."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101. Alternatively, details can be passed via our LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can access many of our services online at www.gmp.police.uk.
For emergencies only call 999, or 101 if it's a less urgent matter.