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Members of the Canadian contingent practice marching alongside Commonwealth nations at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst located in Sandhurst, United Kingdom in support of Operation GOLDEN ORB, on May 1, 2023.
Please credit: Cpl Hugo Montpetit, Canadian Forces Combat Camera, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
Des membres du contingent canadien s’exercent à défiler aux côtés de membres des pays du Commonwealth à l’Académie militaire royale de Sandhurst située à Sandhurst, au Royaume Uni, à l’appui de l’opération GOLDEN ORB, le 1er mai 2023.
Photo : Cpl Hugo Montpetit, Caméra de combat des Forces canadiennes, Forces armées canadiennes
Members of the Arctic Response Company Group and the Royal Canadian Air Force from 440 Transport Squadron load the CC-138 Twin Otters, during Operation NANOOK-NUNAKPUT 22, in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, on August 20, 2022.
Credit: Bdr Julia Currie, 31 Canadian Brigade Group Public Affairs, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
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Des membres du Groupe compagnie d’intervention dans l’Arctique et du 440e Escadron de transport de l’Aviation royale canadienne partent en déploiement à bord du CC-138 Twin Otter au cours de l’opération NANOOK-NUNAKPUT 22, à Cambridge Bay, au Nunavut, le 20 août 2022.
Photo : Bdr Julia Currie, Affaires publiques, 31e Groupe-brigade du Canada, Forces armées canadiennes
Master Corporal James McGuire (left) and Corporal Eric MacAloney work together to drill mounting holes for a shelf bracket while deployed on Air Task Force - Romania in support of Operation REASSURANCE at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base on September 13, 2021.
Photo by: Aviator Avery Philpott, 4 Wing Imaging, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
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Le caporal chef James McGuire (à gauche) et le caporal Eric MacAloney font équipe pour percer des trous de montage en vue d’installer un support d’étagère, pendant leur déploiement au sein de la Force opérationnelle aérienne – Roumanie, à l’appui de l’opération REASSURANCE, à la base aérienne Mihail Kogalniceanu, le 13 septembre 2021.
Photo : Aviateur Avery Philpott, Services d’imagerie de la 4e Escadre, Forces armées canadiennes
HMCS FREDERICTON participates in a PHOTOEX as part of Exercise DYNAMIC MANTA with NATO naval units in the Mediterranean Sea during Operation REASSURANCE, on 27 February 2023.
Please credit: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
Le NCSM FREDERICTON participe à un EX PHOTO dans le cadre de l’exercice DYNAMIC MANTA avec des unités navales de l’OTAN, dans la Méditerranée, au cours de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 27 février 2023.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Today, Wednesday 2 October 2019, saw the conclusion of Operation Protector.
This is has been the policing operation for the Conservative Party Conference.
Chief Superintendent Wasim Chaudhry, Gold Commander in charge of policing during the Conservative Party Conference said:
“Over the past four days, Manchester has played host to the Conservative Party Conference, which saw just over 12,000 delegates visit our city.
“Policing this event presents a complex security and public order operation, requiring a high degree of multiagency partnership working and the highest levels of professionalism.
“As in previous years, there have been elements of protest throughout the conference period – notably on Sunday 29 September when around 13,000 people marched through the city.
“The vast majority of people attending protests did so peacefully and worked with us to ensure they could voice their opinions in a safe manner and with minimal disruption to others.
“On the occasions where individuals crossed the line we have taken positive action. It’s testament to our balanced policing approach that only four people have been arrested during the conference period.
“I want to thank those who live, work in or were visiting Manchester during the conference for their patience while our policing operation was in place.
“Throughout Operation Protector, officers have worked tirelessly to protect delegates, manage protests and keep our city safe.
“I am proud of all our officers and staff. They have performed their duties to the highest of standards and behaved in a professional and fair manner throughout.”
The ship’s company of HMCS FREDERICTON participate in a ceremony to commemorate the Battle of the Atlantic while deployed on Operation REASSURANCE on 07 May 2023 in the Mediterranean Sea.
Photo: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces photo
Les membres d’équipage du NCSM FREDERICTON participent à une cérémonie commémorative soulignant la bataille de l’Atlantique, dans le cadre de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 7 mai 2023, dans la Méditerranée.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Harrisburg Recruiting Company hosts a Mega Future Soldier Event “Operation Recruit ARMY STRONG” April 30 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. Close to 115 Future Soldiers and their guests attended the event, which showcased training sessions on first aid, parachute rigging and air rocket familiarity, and simulator training on convoy missions, M-16 and M-4 rifles. Training was provided by ”synergy” cooperation with Reserve Soldiers from Company “C,” 1st Battalion, 417th Regiment and Company “C,” Infantry Battalion, both out of Fort Indianhead Gap, and the 365th Engineering Battalion from Schuylkill Haven, Pa. Sgt. Daniel Gordon, the Future Soldier leader from the Harrisburg Opportunity Center, oversaw this event for all three of the company’s opportunity centers. Parents were also invited to attend this event with their Future Soldiers. U.S. Army photos by Staci Cretu, Harrisburg Battalion A&PA.
Master Corporal Ryan Bourdignon from 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (2PPCLI) based out of Canadian Forces Base Shilo, Manitoba, aids locals around Portage la Prairie, Manitoba in efforts to reduce damage from flooding during Operation LENTUS on July 6, 2014.
Photo: Corporal Darcy Lefebvre, Canadian Forces Combat Camera
Le caporal-chef Ryan Bourdignon, du 2e Bataillon, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, basé à la Base des Forces canadiennes Shilo (Manitoba), aide des résidents de Portage-la-Prairie (Manitoba) à limiter les dommages causés par les inondations, le 6 juillet 2014, dans le cadre de l’opération Lentus.
Photo : Caporal Darcy Lefebvre, Caméra de combat des Forces canadiennes
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Yesterday, Wednesday 5 June 2013, over 120 officers from Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester Police, took part in a day of action to reduce criminality on the roads and improve road safety.
The operation, commanded by Superintendent Thompson and coordinated by Greater Manchester Police, saw vehicle check sites set up in Lancashire, Cheshire and Merseyside force areas, supported by partners from the Environment Agency, Trading Standards, RSPCA, VOSA and HMRC.
GMP's Anpr Intercept, Traffic Enforcement teams and Road Policing units conducted enforcement throughout the region, supported by Traffic PCSO's.
Officers from GMP's Tactical Aid and Tactical Dog Units were deployed at the sites to provide specialist search capability.
Highways Agency staff also supported the operation by providing assistance to officers and distributing road safety leaflets to motorists.
The operation generated a large volume of media interest, resulting in the several interviews being provided by Superintendent Thompson and Chief Inspector Buckle to ITV National and Regional News, Crime Watch Road Show and a number of local radio stations.
The day saw over 300 vehicles stopped, 7 offenders arrested for a variety of offences including, possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, assault and theft of two motor vehicles.
192 motorists were breathalysed, contributing to the ACPO national drink drive campaign, 223 motorists dealt with under Road Traffic Act legislation and 19 vehicles seized for being driven without insurance, licence or in an anti social manner.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
Twenty three people have today, 1st November 2011, been arrested following an investigation into the August disorder.
Operation Valant was launched by Greater Manchester Police to identify and arrest those involved in the widespread disorder across Manchester city centre and Salford on 9 August 2011.
Today, following a series of dawn raids across Salford, north and central Manchester and Bury, police have arrested 13 people wanted on suspicion of arson, violent disorder and looting. A further three people were arrested as part of the operation on suspicion of unconnected offences.
Officers have also recovered suspected stolen clothing and other items and uncovered a large cannabis farm.
In the near three months since the disorder, Greater Manchester Police has launched a huge operation to target suspected offenders, arresting more than 350 people and putting more than 200 of those before the courts.
Many of these have arrests have been carried out thanks to tremendous support from the public, who have come forward and put names to CCTV images the Force has published on its Flickr site and in the local and national media.
Assistant Chief Constable Ian Hopkins, who leads Operation Valant, said: "What today's action shows is that almost three months since the disorder, we are still relentlessly pursuing those suspected of being involved in the shameful actions we saw that day.
"We know from talking to our communities that what happened on 9 August continues to provoke feelings of anger and outrage. Many shopkeepers are rebuilding their livelihoods and people are still trying to come to terms with the violent and ugly scenes the police and the public were faced with.
"That is why Greater Manchester Police is continuing to arrest anyone suspected of being involved in the disorder. As today shows, whether it is a matter of days or months, we will be coming through the doors of anyone involved whether it is a looter, an arsonist, those who attacked police officers or even those who used social networking sites to stir up trouble.
"The support we have received from the public has been fantastic and their information has enabled us to make more than 350 arrests. We need that to continue. Greater Manchester Police will continue to put out images of suspects and I would urge people to call us if they recognise someone. As today has shown, with the public's help we will track these people down."
Anyone with information should phone the dedicated appeal line number on 0800 092 0410 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Visit our website to find out more about Greater Manchester Police.
Members of the naval boarding party aboard HMCS MONTREAL partake in live-fire training exercises during Operation REASSURANCE, in the Mediterranean Sea on February 13, 2022.
Please credit: Corporal Braden Trudeau, Canadian Armed Forces photo
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Sur la mer Méditerranée, les membres de l’équipe d’arraisonnement des navires du NCSM Montréal participent à des exercices de tir réel dans le cadre de l’opération REASSURANCE le 13 février 2022.
Photo : Caporal Braden Trudeau, Forces armées canadiennes
A new joint operation - called Operation Vortex - has gotten underway today (Wednesday 19 January 2022) in Oldham to crack down on vehicle crime and traffic offences in the district.
The Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit, along with officers from GMP's Safer Transport Team and officers across the Oldham District, worked along the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency at a static base in Chadderton, stopping a number of vehicles either committing traffic offences, or vehicle crime.
Two men arrested, one on suspicion of driving while under the influence of drugs, and one for driving while disqualified and remain in custody for questioning, ten vehicles have been seized for being driven with no insurance, and one stolen vehicle has been recovered.
In addition, officers also reported 35 traffic offences for a range of driving offences.
Chief Superintendent Mark Dexter from GMP's Specialist Operations said: "This will become a regular operation across Greater Manchester, where we will strive to make our communities and roads safer, tackling illegal vehicles which we know that are all too often used in crime and cause harm and misery on the roads.
"I hope this sends a strong message to anyone thinking of breaking the law on our roads, that we are watching, and we won't hesitate to take action to remove you and your vehicle from the road."
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
Twenty people have been arrested following the latest phase of an operation to tackle the sale of stolen metal in Greater Manchester.
Earlier today, Wednesday 22 May 2013, Greater Manchester Police and British Transport Police executed a number of warrants at scrap metal dealers across the area as part of an intelligence-led Operation Alloy day of action.
Raids were executed at scrapyards in Rochdale, Bury, north Manchester, Oldham, Bolton and Salford.
The initiative also saw officers search the home addresses of those arrested as well as a number of partner agencies assist in the search of recycling yards and the recovery of potentially stolen metal.
Superintendent Craig Thompson, who leads Greater Manchester Police's Operation Alloy team, said: "Since Operation Alloy was launched more than two years ago, we have made huge inroads into tackling metal theft.
"However, despite a sharp drop in incidents of metal theft, we know there is still a culture that exists among thieves who believe they can off-load stolen metal onto scrapyards.
"Any scrapyard dealer who knowingly accepts stolen goods or pays cash for metal is propagating this cycle of criminality, creating a market for thieves for prosper, and that is exactly why we have taken this action today. If a burglar knows he can sell stolen metal to a rogue dealer, it will entice them into committing offences that can cause real hardship to businesses and victims.
"For example, if a pensioner has her boiler stolen in winter they will be unable to heat their home which could put their life in danger. We also know of businesses that have been forced to shell out hundreds of thousands of pounds to pay for repairs as a direct result of metal thieves. The knock-on effect of that is to put people's jobs on the line as businesses struggle to fund those repairs, so the human cost of what these rogue dealers are doing should not be underestimated.
"It is important to stress that of the 70 scrapyards across Greater Manchester, the vast majority have worked hand-in-hand with police and are fully compliant with all the legislation. They have helped us to create a hostile environment that has made it very difficult for thieves to off-load stolen metal.
"What today is all about is targeting those rogue dealers who are suspected of lining their own pockets and making huge swathes of cash by knowingly selling stolen metal. In terms of officer numbers and the sheer scale of the investigation, this is the biggest operation ourselves and British Transport Police have run which shows our determination to tackling metal theft."
When Operation Alloy was originally launched in August 2011 the region was recording up to 900 incidents of metal theft per month, a number which has now been reduced to about 200 per month.
T/Chief Superintendent Pete Mason, BTP's North West Area Commander, said: "Today's warrants are the culmination of a year-long joint investigation into the trade in stolen metal across Greater Manchester.
"Metal theft is a serious issue which has a major impact on the lives of those living and working in Greater Manchester.
"Whether thieves target railway cable, power lines, electrical substations or lead from homes or business, the impact felt by communities is marked and causes not only disruption but also financial loss and potential risk of harm.
"Thankfully, during the past 12 months, there have been significant reductions in the number of thefts recorded - due, in part, to legislative change which has gone hand in hand with enforcement activity under Operation Alloy."
T/Chief Supt Mason added: "Unfortunately, despite this recent success, the issue has not gone away and some scrap metal recyclers are keeping the market for stolen metal alive by continuing to flout the law and purchase metal with a 'no questions asked' attitude.
"This has to stop and GMP and BTP, together with partner agencies across the region, will continue to work together to take action against both thieves and unscrupulous scrap metal dealers."
Steve Cox, future network manager for Electricity North West, the company which owns and maintains the regional power network, said: "We have been working closely with Greater Manchester Police and British Transport Police and today's successful day of action highlights our commitment to crack down on this very serious crime.
"Metal theft not only affects us, your network operator, but also communities and residents, who could be left without power in their homes.
"These thieves, who are breaking into our substations or stealing from our overhead lines, are putting themselves and others in great danger and it causes thousands of pounds worth of damage.
"We are investing a lot of money and resources into putting a stop to metal theft in our region once and for all, but we would still urge people to get in touch if they hear or see anything suspicious."
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
A member of the Air Detachment onboard HMCS FREDERICTON conducts training for the Ship Without Air Detachment certification (SWOAD) during Operation REASSURANCE, on 13 April 2023 in the Mediterranean Sea.
Please credit: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
Un membre du détachement aérien à bord du NCSM FREDERICTON participe à l’entraînement nécessaire à l’obtention de l’accréditation SWOAD (navire sans détachement aérien) au cours de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 13 avril 2023, dans la Méditerranée.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Last week saw over 100 police officers visiting scrap metal dealers and motor salvage operators across Greater Manchester as part of Operation Alloy.
They were joined by officials from local authorities, HM Revenue & Customs and the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency, and traffic officers were also out on the roads reminding scrap metal collectors and motor salvage operators that they now need to be licensed by each local authority where they operate.
They stopped over 200 vehicles during the week, 14 of which were seized, and identified 78 offences resulting in five arrests and over £10,500 in fines.
Arrests were made for suspected drink driving in two cases, as well as possession of drugs and driving without a licence or insurance.
Officers also seized more than 520 metal roll-cages used by supermarkets and hauliers to transport goods, and these have now been returned to the rightful owners.
Under the new Scrap Metal Act, which was introduced on 1 October 2013, dealers and collectors must have undergone background checks to ensure they are fit to run a business, and can now only trade in cheques or bank transfers so there is a record of each transaction.
All sellers of metal must provide personal identification at the point of sale, and scrap dealers or collectors must keep detailed records of items that they buy or collect.
In addition, the Act gives new powers to police and local authorities to revoke licences and close down rogue businesses.
PCSO John Woods of GMP’s Operation Alloy team said: “We’ve managed to reduce metal theft across Greater Manchester by 70 per cent* in the last few years, and this has largely been down to various agencies working in close partnership and sharing information.
“An example of this is our recent work with Electricity North West (ENW) and Signature Materials, which means that all ENW’s cabling and equipment is now uniquely marked and traceable, making it much harder for metal thieves to profit from their crimes.”
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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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Members of the Royal Canadian Air Force from 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron conduct a resupply with the CH-146 Griffon helicopter, during Operation NANOOK-NUNAKPUT 22 in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, on August 20, 2022.
Please Credit: Bdr Julia Currie, 31 Canadian Brigade Group Public Affairs, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
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Des membres du 408e Escadron tactique d’hélicoptères de l’Aviation royale canadienne effectuent un ravitaillement avec un hélicoptère CH-146 Griffon au cours de l’opération NANOOK-NUNAKPUT 22, à Cambridge Bay, au Nunavut, le 20 août 2022.
Photo : Bdr Julia Currie, Affaires publiques, 31e Groupe-brigade du Canada, Forces armées canadiennes
Sailors from HMCS FREDERICTON conduct training for the Ship Without Air Detachment certification (SWOAD) with support from the embarked Air Detachment during Operation REASSURANCE, on 13 April 2023 in the Mediterranean Sea.
Please credit: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
Des marins du NCSM FREDERICTON participent à l’entraînement nécessaire à l’obtention de l’accréditation SWOAD (navire sans détachement aérien) avec le soutien du détachement aérien embarqué au cours de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 13 avril 2023, dans la Méditerranée.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Officers tackling serious and organised crime in North Manchester have launched a dedicated multi-agency disruption hub in the district to crackdown on criminal activity in the area.
The hub was launched last month, in partnership with Manchester City Council, as part of ongoing Operation Haemus – formed in November 2019 following an increase in firearm discharges stemming from two main local criminal groups in CheethamHill.
As part of the Haemus hub, a team totalling 17 officers has been formed, consisting of experienced detectives, dedicated safeguarding officers, intelligence officers, and a team of proactive officers who are dedicated to the area in both plain and uniformed patrols.
The team will engage in a range of proactive activities to continue to reduce the prevalence of organised crime in the north of Manchester.
Today (Wednesday 16 December) a team of officers from the Op Haemus team were joined by GMPs Tactical Aid Unit & Tactical Dog Unit in performing an intelligence-led weapon sweep of the area of Mandley Park - on the Salford border.
Any discarded or hidden weapons, firearms or ammunition found in the area during the sweep will be recovered and examined potentially as evidence as part of the 12 ongoing investigations within Op Haemus.
In the first six weeks since the inception of the disruption hub, Op Haemus officers have made a total of 25 arrests, conducted 122 stop searches and have searched 15 houses.
During the same short period, the hub has already seized two viable firearms, large quantities of class A and class B drugs, and seized 13 vehicles.
In conjunction with Manchester City Council, the hub works closely with housing providers, social services, adult services and a number of other agencies in a multi-agency approach to tackle organised crime in North Manchester.
This includes working closely with partners in local authority to provide a range of safeguarding measures and care packages to protect and support vulnerable adults and children at risk of being targeted, coerced and victimised by criminal activity.
Superintendent Rebecca Boyce, of GMP’s North Manchester division, said: “The launch of the disruption hub as part of Operation Haemus is a very welcome introduction for the people of North Manchester, as it’s the latest in a series of proactive measures we’ve employed in recent months to tackle the blight of serious and organised crime in our community.
“It is important that we maximise the resources we have available to us, and we have ensured that we have a dedicated and skilful team working around the clock to disrupt the activity of criminal groups, while protecting the public that we serve.
“We have always been honest and open about the challenges that have presented themselves due to the complexities and developments during this operation, but we are confident that we are making a tangible difference on our streets which can be seen by the recent decrease in firearms activity.
“While disputes between local crime groups generally pose little wider risk to the general public, it is understandable that such incidents cause unease and distress in our communities and we hope that the innocent, honest, and decent people we serve feel reassured by this targeted and increased action we are taking in the district.
“As ever, we continue to urge members of the public to contact police with any information or concerns, knowing that it will be treated with the strictest confidence – we have high-visibility patrols that can be approached, or a dedicated phone number that can be contacted – and Crimestoppers is always available for those who wish to pass on information anonymously.”
Any information relating to Operation Haemus should be passed to police on 0161 8563548 or the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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
Her Majesty's Canadian Ship FREDERICTON's starboard lookout observes maneuvers with Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 ships TCG TURGUTREIS and USS VICKSBURG as part of Operation REASSURANCE on January 17, 2015.
Photo: Maritime Task Force - OP Reassurance, DND
La vigie tribord du Navire canadien de Sa Majesté FREDERICTON observe les manœuvres exécutées de concert avec les navires du 2e Groupe de la Force navale permanente de l’OTAN TCG TURGUTREIS et USS VICKSBURG, le 17 janvier 2015, dans le cadre de l’opération Reassurance.
Photo : Force opérationnelle maritime – Op Reassurance, MDN
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Harrisburg Recruiting Company hosts a Mega Future Soldier Event “Operation Recruit ARMY STRONG” April 30 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. Close to 115 Future Soldiers and their guests attended the event, which showcased training sessions on first aid, parachute rigging and air rocket familiarity, and simulator training on convoy missions, M-16 and M-4 rifles. Training was provided by ”synergy” cooperation with Reserve Soldiers from Company “C,” 1st Battalion, 417th Regiment and Company “C,” Infantry Battalion, both out of Fort Indianhead Gap, and the 365th Engineering Battalion from Schuylkill Haven, Pa. Sgt. Daniel Gordon, the Future Soldier leader from the Harrisburg Opportunity Center, oversaw this event for all three of the company’s opportunity centers. Parents were also invited to attend this event with their Future Soldiers. U.S. Army photos by Staci Cretu, Harrisburg Battalion A&PA.
A crew member of the Sunfish, a French navy helicopter, signals to his colleague that he is ready to be hoisted back up to the aircraft from the flight deck of HMCS FREDERICTON during Operation REASSURANCE on 25 September 2021.
Photo: Cpl Laura Landry, Canadian Armed Forces
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Un membre de l'équipage de l'hélicoptère Sunfish de la marine française fait signe à son collègue qu'il est prêt à être ramené à bord de l'aéronef à partir du pont d'envol du NCSM FREDERICTON, dans le cadre de l'opération REASSURANCE, le 25 septembre 2021.
Photo : Cpl Laura Landry, Forces armées canadiennes
Last week saw over 100 police officers visiting scrap metal dealers and motor salvage operators across Greater Manchester as part of Operation Alloy.
They were joined by officials from local authorities, HM Revenue & Customs and the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency, and traffic officers were also out on the roads reminding scrap metal collectors and motor salvage operators that they now need to be licensed by each local authority where they operate.
They stopped over 200 vehicles during the week, 14 of which were seized, and identified 78 offences resulting in five arrests and over £10,500 in fines.
Arrests were made for suspected drink driving in two cases, as well as possession of drugs and driving without a licence or insurance.
Officers also seized more than 520 metal roll-cages used by supermarkets and hauliers to transport goods, and these have now been returned to the rightful owners.
Under the new Scrap Metal Act, which was introduced on 1 October 2013, dealers and collectors must have undergone background checks to ensure they are fit to run a business, and can now only trade in cheques or bank transfers so there is a record of each transaction.
All sellers of metal must provide personal identification at the point of sale, and scrap dealers or collectors must keep detailed records of items that they buy or collect.
In addition, the Act gives new powers to police and local authorities to revoke licences and close down rogue businesses.
PCSO John Woods of GMP’s Operation Alloy team said: “We’ve managed to reduce metal theft across Greater Manchester by 70 per cent* in the last few years, and this has largely been down to various agencies working in close partnership and sharing information.
“An example of this is our recent work with Electricity North West (ENW) and Signature Materials, which means that all ENW’s cabling and equipment is now uniquely marked and traceable, making it much harder for metal thieves to profit from their crimes.”
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
A number of arrests have been made in dawn raids across Manchester today, Wednesday 15 December 2010,
The arrests are part of operation to crack down on drug dealing and the crimes often carried out by addicts to feed their habits.
The arrests follow months of intelligence-gathering following reports of drug dealing in Gorton, Withington and Levenshulme.
Officers also found out that within a short distance of the dealing, people were being subjected to thefts and robberies and then the stolen goods were being sold on nearby.
About 400 officers are involved in the operation and 28 homes are currently being searched.
The suspects are all in custody on suspicion of offences ranging from supplying class A drugs to handling stolen goods.
Officers have also seized suspected stolen good, including tools and bikes.
For information about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
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Police in Greater Manchester have arrested over 120 people as part of their latest blitz on burglary and robbery.
Officers carried out a number of warrants under Operation Storm which included the arrest of wanted offenders and those that have been targeting the city’s students. Approximately 90 cannabis plants with an estimated street value of £90,000 were recovered at an address in Fallowfield, along with cultivation equipment at an estimated value of £10,000.
Some of the wanted offenders arrested included 18-year old and 19-year old men who were wanted for a cash in transit robbery. On arresting the pair an amount of cash was recovered. Officers also arrested a 25-year old man wanted following a robbery on a taxi driver and a 19-year old man wanted for an assault.
Specialist and divisional officers have visited the homes of criminals across the county to ensure they fulfilled their bail and curfew conditions and not returning to their offending ways.
There have also been home visits carried out to repeat victims of domestic abuse to ensure their abusing partners do not return to cause them further harm.
Deputy Chief Constable Ian Hopkins for Greater Manchester Police, said: “Our actions during the operation show we respond to the concerns of local people and the misery burglary and drug dealing causes to people living across Greater Manchester.
“The response we got from people on the streets who witnessed our activity was fantastic and demonstrated the confidence people have to give us information and work with us to tackle criminality.
“Last month saw the return of students old and new but for criminals it simply means rich and easy pickings. By holding this operation we can bring down this type of crime and ensure the youngsters can enjoy their time while studying in the city without the fear of becoming a victim of crime.
“As the nights get darker there is a rise in the number of opportunist thieves who like to prey on unsuspecting homes. By getting in before they do we can help put a stop in their tracks. This crackdown, coupled with our daily offender targeting sends criminals a clear message that they can’t harm our community with impunity.
“However we can’t make a difference on our own. By using a light timer, setting an alarm and making your home look occupied you can reduce the chance of becoming a victim of crime. Remember one in three homes are targeted because homes are left insecure.”
Residents can play their part in the fight against criminals by reporting suspicious activity either directly on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity that 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.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
Thirty three (33) people have so far today, Wednesday 28 January 2015, been arrested following a huge crackdown on the supply of drugs across Greater Manchester.
Officers have executed warrants at 53 addresses across the region this morning as part of Operation Trafalgar, a pre-planned operation.
Police have also seized an imitation firearm, a quantity of heroin, several thousands of pounds of cash, three cars and discovered two cannabis farms.
Specialist officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit teamed up with detectives and neighbourhood officers on each of Greater Manchester’s 11 divisions.
Superintendent Craig Thompson from the Specialist Operations Branch said: “Today’s operation sends a clear message to drug dealers that we will take robust action to disrupt their activity and put them in front of the courts.
“Drug dealers have no respect for local communities and we will not stand by and allow them to cause misery in order to fuel their own dishonest and antisocial lifestyles.
“Tackling drug-related crime is daily business and officers are out there every single day of the year hunting those responsible for bringing drugs into our communities.
“Help us weed out these individuals and put them behind bars where they deserve to be by calling the police or Crimestoppers anonymously.”
For updates on Operation Trafalgar, follow #OpTrafalgar on Twitter.
Visit our website for information about Neighbourhood Policing in your area of Greater Manchester. 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.
Lieutenant (Navy) Tyler Burke (right) relays information to Petty Officer First Class Eric Caron during a damage control exercise onboard HMCS HALIFAX as part of mission readiness training for Operation REASSURANCE on 6 April 2022.
Please credit: Pte Connor Bennett, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
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Le lieutenant de vaisseau Tyler Burke (à droite) transmet de l’information au maître de 1re classe Eric Caron lors d’un exercice de lutte contre les avaries à bord du NCSM HALIFAX dans le cadre d’une instruction relative à la disponibilité opérationnelle pour les missions en vue de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 6 avril 2022.
Photo : Sdt Connor Bennett, Forces armées canadiennes
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On March 27, 2003, a soldier assigned to A Company 2/505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division provides security while the unit searches for a large cache of weapons in the Kohi Sofi region of Afghanistan. The soldiers are tasked to locate the weapons which could be ultimately be used against U.S. Forces personnel deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Milton H. Robinson) (Released)
To learn more about living and serving in Korea with the US Army, visit our official website at: imcom.korea.army.mil
Whether you are fresh off of active-duty, a military spouse or a seasoned professional, you will find a career with U.S. Army in Korea both challenging and inspiring. If you ready to join an award winning team and embark on the adventure of a lifetime, you can learn more about living and working in Korea online: imcom.korea.army.mil
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The Morning Calm Weekly command information newspaper is available online at imcom.korea.army.mil
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To learn more about living and serving in Korea with the US Army, visit our official website at: imcom.korea.army.mil
Whether you are fresh off of active-duty, a military spouse or a seasoned professional, you will find a career with U.S. Army in Korea both challenging and inspiring. If you ready to join an award winning team and embark on the adventure of a lifetime, you can learn more about living and working in Korea online: imcom.korea.army.mil
Photos from the US Army in Korea can be viewed online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea
The Morning Calm Weekly command information newspaper is available online at imcom.korea.army.mil
Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea - an assignment of choice.
About this image: Operation Enduring Freedom. A Department of Defense Image Collection.
These images are generally cleared for release and are considered in the public domain. Request credit be given the Department of Defense and individual photographer.
To learn more about living and serving in Korea with the US Army, visit our official website at: imcom.korea.army.mil
Whether you are fresh off of active-duty, a military spouse or a seasoned professional, you will find a career with U.S. Army in Korea both challenging and inspiring. If you ready to join an award winning team and embark on the adventure of a lifetime, you can learn more about living and working in Korea online: imcom.korea.army.mil
Photos from the US Army in Korea can be viewed online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea
The Morning Calm Weekly command information newspaper is available online at imcom.korea.army.mil
Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea - an assignment of choice.
About this image: Operation Enduring Freedom. A Department of Defense Image Collection.
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Salinas, California, 2018 – A large-scale, four-month-long gang enforcement operation named “Operation Triple Beam” concluded Feb. 15 resulting in arrest of 197 fugitives, 94 of whom were gang members or associates.
The U.S. Marshals Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force led operation, involved multiple federal, state and local law enforcement agencies concentrating their efforts and focus on known street gangs in Monterey County, particularly within the City of Salinas.
During Operation Triple Beam (OTB), which was conducted from October 2018 to February 2019, Salinas Police noted significant reduction in violent crime reports in comparison to the prior year. Specifically noted were an 87.5 percent decrease in homicide incidents, a 46.6 percent decrease in drive-by-shootings, a 31.7 percent decrease in shootings overall, and a 66.6 percent decrease in armed robberies.
Since 2010, the U.S. Marshals Service has led more than 60 counter-gang operations which have yielded over 8,000 arrests and the seizure of more than 1,800 illegal firearms.
Photo by Shane T. McCoy / US Marshals
140112-Z-HP669-005-- Disarmed improvised explosive devices are stacked after being discovered by Afghan National Security Forces during Operation Chamtoo, December 2013. Afghan National Security Forces conducted the operation across four provinces in southern Afghanistan simultaneously, discovering weapons and improvised explosive devices while clearing areas of insurgents. (courtesy photo, 205th Corps Public Affairs)
Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Vancouver receives the fuel probe during a Replenishment-at-Sea with United States Naval Ship Rappahannock on September 1, 2022 in the Philippine Sea during Operation PROJECTION.
Please credit: Sgt Ghislain Cotton, Canadian Armed Forces photo
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Le Navire canadien de Sa Majesté Vancouver reçoit la sonde de carburant lors d’un ravitaillement en mer avec le navire Rappahannock de la marine américaine, le 1er septembre 2022, dans la mer des Philippines, au cours de l’opération PROJECTION.
Photo : Sgt Ghislain Cotton, Forces armées canadiennes
Six people have been arrested after an operation to tackle the violent theft of jewellery in Stockport.
Operation Monument was set up by Greater Manchester Police to target those suspected of being involved in a series of violent burglaries in Stockport.
The break-ins have been committed at the homes of predominately Asian families with the specific intent of stealing gold jewellery.
During a number of these burglaries the families themselves have been subjected to extreme and unprovoked levels of violence, with offenders using weapons such as knives, bats and crowbars to attack their victims.
Today, Thursday 11 December 2014, Greater Manchester Police carried out ten warrants in the Tameside, North Manchester and Stockport areas of Greater Manchester following an investigation to identify those responsible for these violent burglaries.
As a result, five people have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and robbery and remain in police custody for questioning.
One person has also been arrested on suspicion of possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply.
As part of the raids, officers have seized a number of vehicles, including off-road motorcycles, some Class A drugs and several thousand pounds in cash.
Detective Sergeant John O’Driscoll from Stockport, said: “Today's action demonstrates our ongoing commitment to dismantling criminals involved in these violent robberies.
“We are aware that there has been a recent spike in incidents where predominately Asian families have been targeted in their own homes and gold jewellery stolen, these criminals are having a serious impact on the Asian community with people no longer feeling safe at home.
"What today is all about is taking a stand against these offenders and sending out a message that we will not allow innocent members of our communities to be terrorised in this way and we will identify those responsible and bring them to justice.
"There are a number of steps we would advise people take to protect themselves against this type of crime. For instance, keeping your jewellery in a safety deposit box at your local bank rather than in your home, or if you would prefer to keep the jewellery at home invest in a good quality safe which complies with official insurance rating standards and is secured to a wall or to the floor.
"Other more simple steps include double-locking your doors and windows, use timer switches on lamps to give the impression somebody is at home or keep a light on in the evening when you leave, consider installing alarms and 'dusk to dawn' security lighting or installing CCTV cameras outside your home."
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
Operation AVRO is a forcewide initiative that delivers a surge of extra resources and specialist officers to a different district within Greater Manchester each month.
This month saw the operation take place in Bury.
The operation targets crimes that members of the public in that district have told us give them the most concern.
Members of the press and key partners, including local representatives, are invited to attend Operation AVRO deployments to see results first-hand and conduct important multi-agency work, such as welfare visits.
More details on AVRO can be found by visiting gmp.police.uk and following us on social media.
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
Today, Wednesday 2 October 2019, saw the conclusion of Operation Protector.
This is has been the policing operation for the Conservative Party Conference.
Chief Superintendent Wasim Chaudhry, Gold Commander in charge of policing during the Conservative Party Conference said:
“Over the past four days, Manchester has played host to the Conservative Party Conference, which saw just over 12,000 delegates visit our city.
“Policing this event presents a complex security and public order operation, requiring a high degree of multiagency partnership working and the highest levels of professionalism.
“As in previous years, there have been elements of protest throughout the conference period – notably on Sunday 29 September when around 13,000 people marched through the city.
“The vast majority of people attending protests did so peacefully and worked with us to ensure they could voice their opinions in a safe manner and with minimal disruption to others.
“On the occasions where individuals crossed the line we have taken positive action. It’s testament to our balanced policing approach that only four people have been arrested during the conference period.
“I want to thank those who live, work in or were visiting Manchester during the conference for their patience while our policing operation was in place.
“Throughout Operation Protector, officers have worked tirelessly to protect delegates, manage protests and keep our city safe.
“I am proud of all our officers and staff. They have performed their duties to the highest of standards and behaved in a professional and fair manner throughout.”
Petty Officer 2nd Class Richard Currie and Sailor First Class Cameron Huckabone, Weapons Engineering Technicians aboard HMCS FREDERICTON, repair the helm station’s gyro repeater tape during Operation REASSURANCE on 7 June 2023 in the Mediterranean Sea.
Please credit: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
Le maître de 2e classe Richard Currie et le matelot de 1re classe Cameron Huckabone, techniciens en génie des armes à bord du NCMS FREDERICTON, réparent la bande du répétiteur de compas de la station du gouvernail au cours de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 7 juin 2023, dans la Méditerranée.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Today (10 December 2015) saw a series of raids in the Wythenshawe area.
Police have launched a ’12 days of Christmas’ pre-emptive strike against offenders causing misery during the festive period.
The 12 high-profile days of action which will tackle the traditional spike in crime usually seen during this time of year.
The operation, which is codenamed ‘Bauble’, will see up to 1,000 officers take to the streets across Greater Manchester to disrupt criminal activity and stop offenders in their tracks.
Operation Bauble will target a range of offences including burglary, domestic abuse, robbery, handling stolen goods, dangerous and illegal driving and alcohol-fuelled violence.
Local officers will be joined by specialist resources during each of the 12 days, including traffic, tactical aid, ANPR, intercept teams, mounted and dog units. The teams will blitz areas and weed out individual’s intent on committing crime and preying on vulnerable people.
Police are also calling on communities to keep themselves and others safe, report crime and suspicious activity and look out for neighbours, relatives and friends.
Superintendent Craig Thompson said: “We want law-abiding people to remember Christmas for all the right reasons and to make sure this happens we’ll be doing everything we can to take offenders off our streets through Operation Bauble.
“Divisional officers with the support of specialist resources will be targeting local issues to ensure there isn’t a spike in crime and people can go about their daily business safely.
“The community can also do their bit to keep themselves and others safe this time of year by keeping their homes secure, arranging a safe mode of transport after a night out or checking on elderly neighbours to see if they are OK.”
To report crime call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 in an emergency. Alternatively please contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 111 555.
Keep up-to-date with news from the Operation Bauble Team by following #OpBauble and #GMPChristmas on Twitter.
Criminals travelling across the border between Greater Manchester and Cheshire were greeted with more than a surprise on Thursday 26 June 2014, as officers from Greater
Manchester Police and Cheshire Police and took part in Operation Crossbow.
The overall aim of the joint operation was to disrupt illegal activity between the two counties and deny criminals the use of the roads.
By using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras officers were able to monitor virtually every vehicle that crossed between the two counties, stopping all vehicles that were on the roads illegally or were linked to criminal activity.
Cheshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Mark Roberts said: "We know that criminals don′t simply stop when they reach the border, and we also know that there is as strong link between illegal vehicles and other types of serious crime.
"Uninsured drivers are more likely to commit other offences and many of their vehicles are unroadworthy and pose as real danger to other road users.
"Using technology, such as ANPR cameras, we are able to use the intelligence available to us to identify offenders and bring them to justice."
Greater Manchester Police Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: "We will not allow the safety of our roads to be compromised by criminals and operations like today will help us achieve our overall aim of keeping criminals off our roads.
"However, offenders across Cheshire and Greater Manchester can be assured that this is not a one-off operation. Our officers patrol the roads 365 days a year and will continue to target criminals."
Operation Crossbow involved more than 200 officers from Cheshire Police and GMP, as well as staff from partner agencies such as the UK Border Agency, Department of Work and Pensions, Her Majesties Revenue and Customs and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
ANPR cameras are able to monitor more than 3000 number plates every hour and alert officers if a vehicle is linked to known criminals. The cameras also inform officers whether or not the vehicle is taxed & insured.
Both Greater Manchester Police and Cheshire Police and are keen to remind members of the public that they too can help make our roads safer by reporting illegal use of vehicles to the police on 101. Alternatively information can be reported anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
Chief Constable of Cheshire Simon Byrne.
Criminals travelling across the border between Greater Manchester and Cheshire were greeted with more than a surprise on Thursday 26 June 2014, as officers from Greater
Manchester Police and Cheshire Police and took part in Operation Crossbow.
The overall aim of the joint operation was to disrupt illegal activity between the two counties and deny criminals the use of the roads.
By using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras officers were able to monitor virtually every vehicle that crossed between the two counties, stopping all vehicles that were on the roads illegally or were linked to criminal activity.
Cheshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Mark Roberts said: "We know that criminals don′t simply stop when they reach the border, and we also know that there is as strong link between illegal vehicles and other types of serious crime.
"Uninsured drivers are more likely to commit other offences and many of their vehicles are unroadworthy and pose as real danger to other road users.
"Using technology, such as ANPR cameras, we are able to use the intelligence available to us to identify offenders and bring them to justice."
Greater Manchester Police Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: "We will not allow the safety of our roads to be compromised by criminals and operations like today will help us achieve our overall aim of keeping criminals off our roads.
"However, offenders across Cheshire and Greater Manchester can be assured that this is not a one-off operation. Our officers patrol the roads 365 days a year and will continue to target criminals."
Operation Crossbow involved more than 200 officers from Cheshire Police and GMP, as well as staff from partner agencies such as the UK Border Agency, Department of Work and Pensions, Her Majesties Revenue and Customs and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
ANPR cameras are able to monitor more than 3000 number plates every hour and alert officers if a vehicle is linked to known criminals. The cameras also inform officers whether or not the vehicle is taxed & insured.
Both Greater Manchester Police and Cheshire Police and are keen to remind members of the public that they too can help make our roads safer by reporting illegal use of vehicles to the police on 101. Alternatively information can be reported anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
Crewmembers onboard HMCS HALIFAX hold the distance line during a liquid Replenishment-at-Sea (RAS) with MOTOR VESSEL (MV) ASTERIX on 6 April 2022.
Please credit: Pte Connor Bennett, Canadian Armed Forces Photo
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Des membres d’équipage du NCSM HALIFAX retiennent le filin d’écartement lors d’un ravitaillement en mer avec le navire à moteur (NM) ASTERIX, le 6 avril 2022.
Photo : Sdt Connor Bennett, Forces armées canadiennes
HMCS FREDERICTON arrives in Toulon, France, during Operation REASSURANCE on 10 May 2023.
Please credit: Cpl Noé Marchon, Canadian Armed Forces photo
Le NCSM FREDERICTON arrive à Toulon, en France, au cours de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 10 mai 2023.
Photo : Cpl Noé Marchon, Forces armées canadiennes
Operation AVRO is a forcewide initiative that delivers a surge of extra resources and specialist officers to a different district within Greater Manchester each month.
This month saw the operation take place in Wigan.
The operation targets crimes that members of the public in that district have told us give them the most concern.
Members of the press and key partners, including local representatives, are invited to attend Operation AVRO deployments to see results first-hand and conduct important multi-agency work, such as welfare visits.
More details on AVRO can be found by visiting gmp.police.uk and following us on social media.
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
Photo has been digitally altered for operational security.
Royal Canadian Navy personnel and members of the United States Coast Guard are being recovered from a Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) with seized illegal contraband to HMCS HARRY DEWOLF after a successful Law Enforcement Phase on OP CARIBBE in the East Pacific Ocean, November 18, 2021.
Canadian Armed Forces Photo.
Operation Grimaldi is targeting cyclists in a bid to encourage them to learn how to ‘share the road’ with others safely.
The operation has been running since the beginning of 2013, focusing on ‘hot spot’ areas where pedal cyclists have been seen using the roads dangerously or irresponsibly.
The traffic network team at Greater Manchester Police has been working along the Oxford Road corridor and Wilmslow Road area of the city centre where a number of collisions have occurred recently. GMP had also received a number of complaints about cyclists failing to stop at red lights and weaving dangerously in and out of traffic.
The operation has seen 415 fixed penalties issued over 10 days of action spread across five months (February to June 2013) for offences such as running red lights, not having lights fitted, cycling on footpaths and using mobile phones whilst cycling.
Offenders were given the option of paying the fine or attending a cycling awareness event at the nearby Withington and Moss Side fire stations.
Traffic PCSO Gareth Walker said: “The aim of the operation was not to fine all offenders but to educate them, offer training and promote road safety.
“Many of the cyclists we spoke to were not aware of the danger they put themselves and others in by the actions they were taking while failing to stop or being distracted on their phones.
“The number of people killed or seriously injured on the roads has fallen over the last two years but we need to continue to educate road users of how to share the roads safely in order to ensure these numbers continue to fall.”
Every adult in Greater Manchester is entitled to six hours free cycle training where an approved instructor will attend your place of work or home and offer support and education about cycle safety. For more information go to www.tfgm.com/cycling.
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new 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.
Arizona CBP Operations, to include aerials of CBP locations, canine inspections, ports of entry and exit, border patrols, OFO operations and inspections, apprehensions, drug seizures, and check points.
Thirty three (33) people have so far today, Wednesday 28 January 2015, been arrested following a huge crackdown on the supply of drugs across Greater Manchester.
Officers have executed warrants at 53 addresses across the region this morning as part of Operation Trafalgar, a pre-planned operation.
Police have also seized an imitation firearm, a quantity of heroin, several thousands of pounds of cash, three cars and discovered two cannabis farms.
Specialist officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit teamed up with detectives and neighbourhood officers on each of Greater Manchester’s 11 divisions.
Superintendent Craig Thompson from the Specialist Operations Branch said: “Today’s operation sends a clear message to drug dealers that we will take robust action to disrupt their activity and put them in front of the courts.
“Drug dealers have no respect for local communities and we will not stand by and allow them to cause misery in order to fuel their own dishonest and antisocial lifestyles.
“Tackling drug-related crime is daily business and officers are out there every single day of the year hunting those responsible for bringing drugs into our communities.
“Help us weed out these individuals and put them behind bars where they deserve to be by calling the police or Crimestoppers anonymously.”
For updates on Operation Trafalgar, follow #OpTrafalgar on Twitter.
Visit our website for information about Neighbourhood Policing in your area of Greater Manchester. 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.
A member of the German Naval Boarding Party (NBP) stands guard as his teammates get into position on the flight deck of HMCS HALIFAX as part of a NBP exercise during Exercise DYNAMIC MONGOOSE as part of Operation REASSURANCE on 16 June 2022.
Please credit: Pte Connor Bennett, Canadian Armed Forces photo
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Un membre de l’équipe d’arraisonnement des navires de la marine allemande monte la garde alors que ses coéquipiers prennent position sur le pont d’envol du NCSM HALIFAX lors d’un exercice d’arraisonnement au cours de l’exercice DYNAMIC MONGOOSE, dans le cadre de l’opération REASSURANCE, le 16 juin 2022.
Photo : Sdt Connor Bennett, Forces armées canadiennes
A massive operation across Rochdale this morning saw 18 organised crime suspects swept to custody as part of an ongoing investigation into a number of violent incidents in the town recently.
Around 100 officers from across the Force targeted 15 addresses in the Rochdale and Heywood areas, where 15 men and two women were detained - the 18th suspect was arrested at Forest Bank prison.
The dozen-plus doors were targeted as part of Operation Chicago - a wide-ranging investigation spearheaded by detectives from the town's Challenger team tackling serious and organised crime.
Investigators have been probing various violent incidents between two feuding groups - including conspiracy to murder, violent disorder, the possession of weapons, and the supply of class A and B drugs.
This includes a machete attack on Bentley Street in October that left a man in his 20s with life-changing injuries.
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
Arizona National Guard Soldiers train for Operation Copper Cactus at an undisclosed location in Arizona on Aug. 25, 2010. Operation Copper Condor is the Arizona National Guard's contribution to the up to 1,200 National Guard troops being deployed to support the Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the four Southwest border states. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Greenhill) (Released)