http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/ Public news RSS feed for Greater Manchester Police Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:36:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/a-man-has-been-charged-with-murder-following-an-incident-in-rochdale/ Kyle Howard (13. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:57:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/three-men-arrested-following-warrants-in-the-city-centre-and-north-manchester/ Greater Manchester Police officers executed a warrant at a premises in Manchester city centre yesterday (1 June), following reports of drug dealing, anti-social behaviour, and associated criminality. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:38:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/officers-disarm-suspect-and-recover-knife-in-salford/ Earlier today (Tuesday 2 June 2026) shortly before 9am, officers were called to reports a man with a knife on New Moss Road/ Liverpool Road, Cadishead. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:27:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/appeal-for-information-after-man-found-dead-following-suspected-collision-in-oldham/ Officers are investigating after a man was sadly found deceased in a vehicle in the Oldham area on Monday evening (1 June). Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:05:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/man-sentenced-to-life-imprisonment-for-strangling-man-to-death-in-manchester/ A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment after pleading guilty to the  strangulation murder of a man in Royton, Oldham, in December 2025. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:36:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/june/sceptre-gmp-intensifies-action-on-knife-crime-with-weapons-seized-multiple-arrests-and-hotspots-targeted/ Greater Manchester Police have continued its efforts to reduce knife crime with significant results during the latest Sceptre initiative, combining targeted enforcement, proactive disruption and preventative engagement to tackle knife crime and protect communities. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:25:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-and-woman-charged-following-investigation-into-illegal-gambling-premises/ A man and a woman have been charged following an investigation into illegal gambling premises in the city centre. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:35:03 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-appeal-for-information-after-man-seriously-injured-in-stabbing-in-gorton/ Officers are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in an attack in the Gorton area of Manchester yesterday (31 May). Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/woman-charged-following-several-incidents-at-in-bury-over-recent-weeks/ A woman has been charged following repeated incidents at the Rock car park in Bury. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:44:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/forcewide-effort-sees-211-arrests-during-busy-saturday/ Officers across Greater Manchester worked proactively over a busy weekend to keep communities safe, resulting in 211 arrests in a single day yesterday (Saturday 30 May). Sun, 31 May 2026 14:16:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/suspect-identified-and-detained-within-minutes-of-officers-responding-to-a-stabbing-on-great-ducie-street/ Officers were called to reports of a stabbing on Great Ducie Street, Manchester at 11. Sun, 31 May 2026 11:47:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-has-been-charged-following-incident-at-manchester-airport/ Following an incident at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 today (Wednesday 27 May 2026) a man has now been charged. Sat, 30 May 2026 11:15:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/seven-jailed-following-18-month-operation-into-drug-and-money-laundering-gang-based-in-oldham-and-rochdale/ Seven members of an Organised Crime Group based in Oldham and Rochdale have been jailed for a combined 46 years at Manchester Crown Square Court today (Friday 29 May 2026). Sat, 30 May 2026 10:39:17 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-are-responding-to-a-stabbing-on-avon-road-in-wigan/ Officers were called to a report of a stabbing on Avon Road, Wigan, at 8:30pm this evening (29 May 2026). Fri, 29 May 2026 22:58:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/two-arrested-following-investigation-into-illegal-gambling-in-city-centre/ Two people have been arrested as part of a proactive investigation into reports of an illegal gambling premises operating in the city centre. Fri, 29 May 2026 18:17:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/dispersal-order-in-place-in-middleton-until-sunday-31-may/ Officers have implemented a dispersal order in the Langley Estate in Middleton and surrounding open areas of Bowell and North Manchester Golf Club. Fri, 29 May 2026 17:09:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/pair-jailed-after-filming-themselves-travelling-at-speeds-of-over-130mph-before-fatal-collision/ Two men have been sentenced following their involvement in a fatal road traffic collision on Kingsway, Manchester, in March 2026, which resulted in the death of Sylvester Abayomi. Fri, 29 May 2026 16:05:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/gmp-response-to-decision-to-not-proceed-with-a-second-re-trial-for-the-manchester-airport-incident/ Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson QPM, said: "Following a protracted trial, the jury have been unable to deliver a verdict. Fri, 29 May 2026 12:02:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/two-men-charged-following-incident-in-whitefield-bury-last-week/ Two men have been charged today (28 May) in relation to arrests made by our Serious Crime Division (SCD) following an incident in which officers discharged a firearm in Whitefield, Bury last Friday (22 May). Thu, 28 May 2026 20:46:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/serious-collison-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-regarding-crash-on-manchester-road-in-bury/ Officers from our Serious Collison Investigation Unit (SCUI) are appealing for information following a road traffic collision that took place at 7:55am today (28/06/26) on Manchester Road in Bury. Thu, 28 May 2026 17:09:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/outstanding-investigative-work-recognised-at-force-contact-crime-and-operations-awards/ Investigating hundreds of crimes, supporting vulnerable victims, and delivering justice - just some of the reasons Rachel Winstanley was recognised at this year’s FCCO awards, as police officer of the year. Thu, 28 May 2026 14:11:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/police-incident-at-car-park-in-bury/ At around 11pm on Tuesday 26 May 2026 we were called to reports of a concern for the welfare of a woman on the car park of a shopping centre on Goodall Street, Bury. Thu, 28 May 2026 12:59:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/former-supply-teacher-pleads-guilty-to-child-sex-offences-including-upskirting-in-schools/ A former supply teacher from Greater Manchester has pleaded guilty to several child sex offences, including upskirting and voyeurism, following a GMP investigation. Thu, 28 May 2026 12:30:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/update-on-arrest-in-connection-with-october-2025-synagogue-attack/ The 49-year-old man arrested in Salford yesterday (Tuesday 26 May 2026) in connection with the terrorist attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue has been bailed. Wed, 27 May 2026 19:45:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/manchesters-new-robbery-team-secures-five-overnight-arrests-as-proactive-work-across-city-continues/ A new specialist team cracking down on robberies and key suspects across Manchester has secured five arrests in an overnight operation. Wed, 27 May 2026 15:02:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/new-speed-enforcement-vehicles-to-target-speeding-hotspots-across-greater-manchester2/ We have significantly increased our ability to tackle dangerous and excessive speeding across the region following the introduction of two new speed enforcement vehicles. Wed, 27 May 2026 13:32:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-arrested-in-connection-with-october-2025-synagogue-attack/ A man has been arrested in Salford by detectives investigating the terrorist attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. Tue, 26 May 2026 21:15:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/second-arrest-made-in-relation-to-incident-in-whitefield-last-week/ Officers from our Serious Crime Division (SCD) have made a second arrest as part of an investigation linked to an incident on Friday 22 May 2026, in Whitefield, Bury. Tue, 26 May 2026 16:58:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/family-of-a-woman-found-dead-in-rochdale-issue-tribute2/ At around 4pm on Monday 25 May 2026, we were called to reports of a concern for welfare at an address on Tweedale Street, Rochdale. Tue, 26 May 2026 15:28:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/56-vehicles-stopped-in-stockport-road-safety-crackdown/ Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) Safer Transport Team, alongside neighbourhood policing teams and other partners, stopped 56 vehicles during a targeted road safety operation in Stockport on Wednesday 20 May. Tue, 26 May 2026 15:17:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/gang-who-targeted-businesses-and-homes-jailed-for-million-pound-robbery-conspiracy/ A gang who tracked and targeted their victims in a terrifying robbery series have been jailed for their roles in a near-million-pound conspiracy. Tue, 26 May 2026 13:58:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-following-incident-on-tweedale-street-rochdale/ Earlier this evening, officers responded to reports of a concern for welfare at an address on Tweedale Street, Rochdale at around 4pm. Mon, 25 May 2026 23:49:36 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-wythenshawe/ At around 10. Sat, 23 May 2026 15:06:17 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/firearm-and-quantity-of-class-a-and-b-drugs-seized-as-investigations-continue-following-incident-in-bury/ At 3pm yesterday (Friday 22 May 2026), we attempted to stop a vehicle on Bury New Road. Sat, 23 May 2026 14:13:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-charged-with-three-further-dangerous-driving-offences-following-investigation/ He has been remanded into custody to appear at Manchester Crown Court on Tuesday 26 May 2026. Sat, 23 May 2026 12:30:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/update-into-ongoing-incident-in-bury/ The car failed to stop and drove directly at our officers to get away. Fri, 22 May 2026 18:08:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/operation-avro-sees-60-arrests-and-12-warrants-executed-during-busy-day-of-action-in-wigan/ Officers arrested 60 people during another crime-smashing day of action as Operation AVRO descended on the Wigan district yesterday. Fri, 22 May 2026 14:01:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/stab-victims-family-makes-impassioned-knife-plea/ The mother of a boy stabbed to death in south Manchester has made an impassioned plea to anyone thinking of carrying a knife. Thu, 21 May 2026 15:12:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/investigation-launched-into-alleged-offences-during-local-elections-in-tameside/ This morning, officers in Tameside arrested five people on suspicion of conspiracy to defraud as part of an investigation into alleged offences committed leading up to the local elections. Thu, 21 May 2026 15:11:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/following-early-morning-warrants-yesterday-seven-people-have-been-charged/ Following early morning warrants yesterday (20/05/2026) across Greater Manchester by GMP’s Serious Organised Crime Group, seven people have now been charged with the following offences. Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:47 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/more-than-1000-arrests-made-by-operation-venture-since-2022-as-we-take-more-knives-and-machetes-off-the-streets-this-week/ The team move across different hotspot areas all over the city-region, strengthening resources in districts to tackle violent crime and proactively looking to prevent, deter, reduce, and tackle knife crime head on, and at the root causes. Thu, 21 May 2026 13:40:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/six-charges-in-relation-to-dangerous-driving-incident-in-salford/ David Smith (11/09/1976) of Curzon Street, Mossley has been charged with the following: Five counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm One count of dangerous driving He has been remanded into custody to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today (Thursday 21 May 2026). Thu, 21 May 2026 10:53:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-charged-after-pitch-encroachment-on-13-may/ Dexter Ogden-Fisher (11/09/06), of Dunster Avenue, Stockport, has been charged with assault and pitch encroachment. Thu, 21 May 2026 08:53:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-charged-with-various-firearms-offences-in-stockport/ Roger Ludlow (08/02/1974) of Beaver House, Stockport has been charged with: • Possession of a Section 5 firearm. Thu, 21 May 2026 08:44:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/gmps-response-to-the-court-result-in-the-airport-trial-today-wednesday-20-may-2026/ While we are disappointed a verdict could not be reached today, we respect the outcome of the court process. Thu, 21 May 2026 07:40:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/seven-arrested-after-early-morning-warrants-executed-across-greater-manchester/ Seven people have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs after officers from our Serious Organised Crime Group executed seven warrants across the city-region. Wed, 20 May 2026 14:18:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/daughter-shares-tribute-about-her-loving-dad-who-sadly-died-following-a-collision-on-warrington-road-in-ashton-in-makerfield/ On 6 May 2026 officers responded to an incident on Warrington Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, where the driver of a BMW i3 suffered a suspected medical episode and collided with five other vehicles. Wed, 20 May 2026 13:55:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/family-pay-tribute-to-kindest-17-year-old-girl-who-has-sadly-died-following-a-collision-in-bolton/ The family of a 17-year-old girl who died from her injuries following a collision in Bolton have paid tribute to her and her ‘contagious happiness’. Wed, 20 May 2026 11:45:06 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/three-arrest-made-following-an-incident-in-piccadilly-gardens/ Officers from our City Centre team responded to reports of a fight in Piccadilly Gardens at around 9. Wed, 20 May 2026 08:22:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-organised-immigration-offences-in-bolton/ Upon entry to an address on Meltham Place, Bolton, officers located an 18-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply false ID documents with improper intent and being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Tue, 19 May 2026 18:00:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/stolen-vehicle-pursuit-by-the-tactical-vehicle-intercept-unit-leads-to-three-arrests-in-salford/ Three people have been arrested following a dangerous incident involving a stolen vehicle in Salford last night (Sunday 18 May 2026). Tue, 19 May 2026 12:13:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/greater-manchester-police-support-national-knife-crime-initiative/ Police and partners are supporting Sceptre this week, a national initiative to tackle knife crime. Tue, 19 May 2026 10:51:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-arrested-and-6000-worth-of-class-a-and-b-drugs-seized-after-public-tip-off-in-wythenshawe/ Officers from our E Relief Response team attended an address on Royalthorn Avenue in Benchill this afternoon (Monday 18 May 2026) following the report that a vulnerable person was being cuckooed and drugs were being sold from their address. Mon, 18 May 2026 19:23:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-charged-with-dangerous-driving-in-relation-to-eccles-bus-crash/ Christopher Henry (13/06/1968) of Thornhill Road, Tameside has been charged with three counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Mon, 18 May 2026 14:16:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/investigation-launched-following-disturbance-in-leigh/ Last night (Friday 15 May 2026) shortly before 11pm, we were called to reports of a suspected firearms discharge on Kenwood Avenue in Leigh. Sat, 16 May 2026 14:09:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/three-men-charged-following-proactive-patrols-on-hill-lane-in-blackley/   Three men have been charged with class A drug offences following a proactive stop by our police officers on Thursday 14 May 2026 on Hill Lane in Blackley. Sat, 16 May 2026 10:48:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/programme-challenger-trafford-investigation-wins-award-salford-uncover-commercial-drugs-premises-foot-chase-leads-to-drugs-investigation-and-two-arrested-in-manchester-drugs-warrants/ Programme Challenger is Greater Manchester’s partnership response to serious and organised crime. Sat, 16 May 2026 07:05:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/significant-class-a-drugs-haul-cash-and-three-vehicles-seized-in-greater-manchester/ Three men have been arrested after police uncovered a large amount of suspected Class A cocaine in Manchester yesterday morning (Thursday 14 May 2026). Fri, 15 May 2026 15:33:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/teaching-assistant-jailed-for-over-four-years-for-child-sex-offences/ A teaching assistant from Bury has been sentenced after pleading guilty to multiple sex offences against a vulnerable boy of primary-school age. Fri, 15 May 2026 12:44:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/a-man-who-attacked-his-father-and-killed-his-dog-on-christmas-day-has-been-jailed-for-almost-four-years/ Brian Coote also attacked two police officers, one while in police custody and the other, by spitting in his face, while on the way to hospital. Fri, 15 May 2026 12:10:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/three-charged-following-warrant-in-wythenshawe-on-wednesday/ Lucy Hopwood (19/08/1989), Megen Coombes (09/12/2007) and Sean Coombes (20/11/1988), all of Carsdale Road, Wythenshawe have been charged with the following offences. Fri, 15 May 2026 12:07:09 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/in-its-first-24-hours-of-operation-the-new-longsight-custody-suite-successfully-processed-more-than-40-detainees/ Our new Longsight custody suite processed more than 40 detainees in its first operational 24 hours. Fri, 15 May 2026 11:37:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-jailed-for-sexually-abusing-13-year-old-girl-as-mum-of-victim-speaks-of-how-abuse-has-impacted-her-daughters-life/ On Thursday 14 May 2026 at Manchester Crown Court, Dean Clarke (13/01/2001), of Cannon Hussey Court, Salford, has been sentenced to five years in prison for sexual communication with a child and sexual activity with a child. Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-witnesses-following-incident-on-preston-road-in-standish-yesterday/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal collision on Preston Road, Standish, Wigan yesterday (Thursday 14 May 2026). Fri, 15 May 2026 09:21:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/three-arrested-with-shotgun-drugs-and-ammunition-recovered-in-wythenshawe/ Once inside the address and searches commenced, our officers found a significant amount of Class A and Class B drugs, including cannabis, cocaine and heroin. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:36:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/brave-victims-testimony-secures-sentence-in-city-centre-rape-investigation/ A man has been jailed for 10 and a half years after being found guilty of three counts of rape and false imprisonment Benjamin Wilson (03/08/1990) of Norwood Avenue, Chesterfield, was sentenced to over 10 years in prison after being found guilty of offences committed in Manchester city centre in June 2022. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:16:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/travelsafe-livechat-reaches-1000-reports-across-greater-manchester/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) have reached a major milestone, with the TravelSafe LiveChat service recording its 1,000th report since launching in October 2025. Thu, 14 May 2026 12:15:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/three-more-arrests-have-been-made-in-relation-to-moss-side-fatal-stabbing/ Three further arrests have been made as officers continue their investigation into a fatal stabbing on Raby Street, Moss Side, on Friday 8 May at around 11pm. Thu, 14 May 2026 11:44:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/a-man-has-been-charged-following-an-incident-on-denmark-road-manchester/ Dwayne Roxbrough (09/07/1985), Manchester has been charged with: Section 18 Wounding Two counts of Possession of a Knife in a Public Place Possession of a Controlled Class B Drug Section 47 Assault Assault of an Emergency Worker He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court tomorrow (Thursday 14 May). Wed, 13 May 2026 19:29:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/two-men-arrested-and-9k-in-cash-seized-in-baguley-following-vehicle-stop/ The Neighbourhood Tasking Team on patrol in South Manchester carried out arrest attempts for wanted people on Princess Parkway in Baguley this morning (Wednesday 13 May 2026). Wed, 13 May 2026 16:41:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/two-teenagers-arrested-and-machetes-seized-after-e-bike-stopped-in-south-manchester/ While out on patrol in the area, two passengers on an e-bike flew past our officers and failed to stop for them at around 2pm on Tuesday afternoon (12 May 2026). Wed, 13 May 2026 15:07:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/a-40-year-old-man-has-been-arrested-following-a-serious-assault-on-officers-on-denmark-road-manchester-yesterday-afternoon/ A 40-year-old man has been arrested following a serious assault on officers on Denmark Road, Manchester yesterday afternoon. Wed, 13 May 2026 14:13:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/organised-crime-gang-weeded-out-as-ten-jailed-for-a-combined-32-years/ The group were often referred to as ‘Cali weed’ facilitated the import of cannabis from north America, with officers linking at least 28 separate importations between December 2022 and January 2024. Wed, 13 May 2026 13:43:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/teenager-arrested-after-proactive-drug-dealing-operation-in-chorlton/ Officers headed to Menzies Court, Redgates Walk and within an hour they spotted a suspect who was acting suspicious on an electric bike. Wed, 13 May 2026 09:52:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-appeal-for-mobile-phone-footage-as-part-of-murder-investigation-in-moss-side/ Detectives are appealing for information as they continue to investigate the murder of Adrian Brown, aged 34, who died following a stabbing in Moss Side. Tue, 12 May 2026 17:56:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/update-on-canal-street-incident/ A man remains in custody and officers are continuing to investigate following a response to an incident at a hotel on Canal Street in Manchester yesterday (11 May). Tue, 12 May 2026 16:13:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/stolen-car-from-derbyshire-recovered-in-wythenshawe/ Officers in our response team in south Manchester were out on a routine patrol when they came across a suspicious vehicle parked on Foxfield Road in Wythenshawe. Tue, 12 May 2026 14:16:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/gmp-mark-improvements-with-opening-of-new-look-longsight-custody-suite/ The Longsight facility – which was last open in 2019 – is the first custody site in the country to introduce an airport-style scanner, with a focus on safety and dignity for staff and detainees. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:05:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/boy-charged-following-serious-collision-on-walker-fold-road-bolton/ A boy has been charged following a serious collision on Walker Fold Road, Bolton on Tuesday 5 May. Mon, 11 May 2026 16:34:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/the-family-of-a-man-who-died-in-moss-side-has-said-his-legacy-will-live-on/ A murder investigation is under way in south Manchester following the death of 34‑year‑old Adrian Brown. Mon, 11 May 2026 15:43:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/live-facial-recognition-technology-continues-to-support-neighbourhood-officers/ Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology has resulted in dozens of arrests in support of our neighbourhood policing operation. Mon, 11 May 2026 11:41:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/four-further-arrests-made-following-investigation-into-stabbing-in-moss-side/ Officers continue their investigation into a fatal stabbing on Raby Street, Moss Side on Friday 8 May at around 11pm. Mon, 11 May 2026 10:06:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-witnesses-following-incident-on-m61/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following an incident on the M61 on Friday 8 May 2026. Sun, 10 May 2026 15:42:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-following-stabbing-in-moss-side/ Officers responded to an incident on Raby Street, Moss Side following reports of an assault at around 11pm last night (08/05/26). Sat, 09 May 2026 15:37:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/two-arrested-drugs-and-twenty-litres-of-chemicals-recovered-in-early-morning-warrant/ Two people have been arrested and a large quantity of suspected Class A drugs – including a 20 litre barrel of a substance believed to be used in the manufacture of them– have been seized in Salford this morning. Fri, 08 May 2026 17:43:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/four-arrested-following-disturbance-in-wigan-town-centre/ Officers were called shortly after 12. Fri, 08 May 2026 16:50:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/singing-drug-dealer-jailed-following-investigation-into-supply-across-rochdale-area/ A Rochdale drug-dealer who filmed himself singing in a cannabis farm has been jailed for five years and eight months after an investigation by GMP’s Challenger team uncovered a significant drugs conspiracy. Fri, 08 May 2026 16:45:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-investigating-death-of-baby-in-fallowfield-have-made-an-arrest/ We were called to reports of a concern for welfare on Platt Lane in Fallowfield yesterday morning (Thursday 7 May 2026). Fri, 08 May 2026 16:24:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/cold-case-solved--13-years-for-indecent-assault-and-attempted-rape-from-34-years-ago/ A man has been jailed for 13 years after Greater Manchester Police’s Cold Case Unit linked him to the indecent assault and attempted rape of a 74‑year‑old woman in Stockport from more than 30 years ago. Fri, 08 May 2026 15:12:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/man-jailed-for-three-years-after-robbing-heavily-pregnant-woman-causing-her-to-fall/ On Wednesday 6 May 2026 at Manchester Crown Court, Andrew Alveranga (06/11/1986), of Brennan Close, Manchester, was handed three years in prison for robbery. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:02:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-westwood-way-wigan/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal collision between a car and bicycle shortly after 10:30pm last night (7 May 2026) on Westwood Way, Wigan. Fri, 08 May 2026 09:13:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/gmp-reaction-to-acquittal-of-pc-burrows-at-chester-crown-court/ PC Mark Burrows of our Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit has today been cleared by a jury of causing death by dangerous driving, and death by careless driving, after a trial at Chester Crown Court. Thu, 07 May 2026 14:53:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/wigan-response-sergeant-carl-beck-has-now-been-recognised-nationally-for-dealing-with-an-offender-with-a-knife/ PS Beck has been honoured by the Police Federation for his actions in July 2024, when he self‑deployed to a stabbing on Market Street in Wigan. Thu, 07 May 2026 14:52:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/appeal-for-information-following-death-of-a-man-in-a-collision-in-trafford/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information – including any footage - as they continue to investigate the death of a man in a collision in Trafford last month. Thu, 07 May 2026 14:15:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/family-pay-tribute-to-man-who-sadly-died-in-collision-on-east-lancashire-road/ The family of a man who sadly died in a fatal collision on the East Lancashire Road last Friday have issued heartfelt tributes. Thu, 07 May 2026 14:08:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/officers-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-ashton-in-makerfield/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision between multiple cars in Wigan. Wed, 06 May 2026 19:13:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/teenager-seriously-injured-following-collision-in-bolton/ A 17-year-old girl has been seriously injured in a collision following a pursuit in the Bolton area last night (05/05/26). Wed, 06 May 2026 14:00:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/vulcan-partnership-work-targeting-criminality-across-local-rail-network/ Operation Vulcan is continuing to take a proactive, partnership-led approach in its work tackling all manner of criminality across the Brinnington area. Wed, 06 May 2026 12:24:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/i-was-believed-man-sentenced-for-rape-as-survivor-speaks-of-reclaiming-her-life-and-recovery/ Thanks to the bravery of a survivor, a man who raped her has been jailed. Tue, 05 May 2026 15:02:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/may/Former-supply-teacher-charged-with-child-sex-offences-including-upskirting-in-schools/ A former supply teacher from Greater Manchester has been charged with child sex offences, including upskirting and voyeurism, following a GMP investigation. Sun, 03 May 2026 19:46:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-following-incident-in-whelley-wigan-on-friday-1-may/ Daniel Harrington (12/10/1984) of no fixed abode has been charged with robbery and attempted criminal damage. Sun, 03 May 2026 19:46:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-after-incident-on-bury-road-bolton/ Mestafa Salim (18/10/1997) of NFA has been charged with common assault. Sun, 03 May 2026 18:55:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-appeal-for-more-information-following-a-serious-collision-on-milton-crescent-farnworth/ At around 11am yesterday morning (Saturday 2 May), officers were called to reports of a road traffic collision between two vehicles on Milton Crescent, Farnworth. Sun, 03 May 2026 12:40:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-east-lancashire-road-worsley/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a motorcyclist died in a collision in Worsley. Sat, 02 May 2026 14:54:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/gmp-statement-following-increase-in-uk-terrorist-threat-level/ You will have likely seen the UK terrorist threat level was raised to SEVERE last night (Thursday 30 April 2026), which means an attack is highly likely. Fri, 01 May 2026 19:11:09 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/third-arrest-made-following-criminal-damage-incident-on-booth-street-manchester/ A third suspect has been arrested in connection with criminal damage reported in Manchester city centre earlier this year. Fri, 01 May 2026 14:16:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/north-manchester-neighbourhood-team-running-dedicated-operation-to-tackle-nuisance-e-bikes/ An operation aimed at smashing the issue of nuisance e-bikes in the north Manchester area has seen multiple arrests and vehicle seizures. Fri, 01 May 2026 12:31:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/two-men-charged-following-op-vulcan-investigation-into-drugs-supply-in-brinnington/ Two people have been charged following an investigation by the Operation Vulcan team into the supply of drugs across the Brinnington area. Fri, 01 May 2026 09:08:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-make-arrests-seize-illegal-motorbike-and-uncover-firearm-haul-after-two-days-of-targeted-action-across-stockport/ Two days of focused policing activity across Stockport has led to the discovery of firearms, multiple arrests, the safeguarding of a missing child and significant disruption to drug-related crime and anti-social behaviour. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:30:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officer-dismissed-for-offensive-whatsapp-messages/ Police Sergeant Natalie Dolan has been dismissed from the force and banned from policing after making discriminatory remarks on WhatsApp. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:53:09 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-appeal-for-witnesses-following-investigation-into-rape-of-a-teenager-in-manchester-city-centre/ Our detectives investigating the rape and serious assault of a teenager in Manchester city centre are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:35:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-following-robbery-in-salford/ Kaelun Howe (30/07/03) of no fixed abode appeared at Manchester & Salford Magistrates Court on Tuesday 28 April after he was charged with the following offences: Two counts of robbery Two counts of burglary dwelling and theft – no violence Two counts of possession of an offensive weapon One count of attempt burglary dwelling with intent to steal One count of criminal damage to property One count of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear or violence One count of possessing an imitation firearm This was after officers arrested a man at Manchester Airport who had been wanted in connection with a business robbery on Liverpool Street, Salford, on Friday (24/4/26). Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:30:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/call-demand-reaches-highest-levels-for-2026-during-response-policing-week-as-officers-and-staff-praised-for-their-efforts/ Throughout Response Policing Week, response officers were celebrated across Greater Manchester. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:13:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/prolific-burglar-jailed-following-tameside-crime-spree/ A prolific offender who carried out a series of burglaries, attempted burglaries and vehicle crimes across Tameside has been sentenced. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:57:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-in-relation-to-serious-sexual-assault-of-boy-in-stockport/ Mohammed Shakavan (01/01/1984), an Iraqi national of Crumpsall, Manchester, has been charged with the attempted rape of a child and sexual activity with a child. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:50:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-with-drug-related-offences-in-old-trafford/ Leaford Golding (09/10/1957) of Norton Street, Old Trafford, has been charged with possession with intent to supply class A and class B drugs. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:47:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-arrested-across-five-warrants-tackling-drugs-supply-in-manchester/ Three people have been arrested and drug paraphernalia seized as officers executed five warrants across east Manchester this morning. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:44:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-in-relation-to-heywood-incident/ Samuel Penrose (29/07/1988) of Partington Street, Rochdale appeared at Manchester & Salford Magistrates Court yesterday (Monday 27 April) after he was charged with the following offences: One count of threatening a person with an offensive weapon in a private place Two counts of threatening a person with a bladed article in a public place One count of possessing a bladed article in a public place This was after response officers responded to an incident on West Starkey Street, Heywood on Sunday 26 April. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:38:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-collision-in-longsight/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a serious collision in Longsight. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:13:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-men-jailed-following-discovery-of-large-scale-cannabis-farm-in-oldham/ Three men have been jailed after a large-scale cannabis cultivation operation was discovered at an industrial unit in Oldham. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:03:00 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/neighbourhood-teams-continuing-to-tackle-crime-in-derker-and-wider-area/ Local neighbourhood officers are continuing to tackle criminality across Derker and the surrounding areas with dedicated work alongside the existing Operation Vulcan partnership. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:12:09 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/four-men-charged-following-incident-at-the-end-of-the-rochdale-afc-v-york-city-match/ Four men have been charged following reports of an incident at the end of the Rochdale AFC v York City match on Saturday (25/04/26) Kiean Sultan (19/01/08) of Thirlmere Drive, Middleton has been charged with pitch encroachment, and Section 4 of the Public Order Act. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:56:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/dispatch-operators-co-ordinating-the-police-response-across-greater-manchester/ Our dispatch operators play a critical role by co-ordinating the response to the most serious incidents across Greater Manchester. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:16:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/tribute-paid-to-amber-obrien-following-death-in-north-manchester/ The family of a woman who died in north Manchester has described her as a ‘beautiful soul’. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:33:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-jailed-for-seven-years-after-being-found-guilty-of-rape-and-sexual-assault/ Vijay Chawla (10/03/1959) of Rectory Lane, Bury has been sentenced to seven years at Manchester Crown Court today (24 April 2026). Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:48:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/response-policing-response-officers-commended-for-lifesaving-actions-in-gorton/ To mark Response Policing Week, we are sharing the story of two GMP response officers who have been commended for their bravery and lifesaving actions during a violent incident in Gorton. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:05:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-following-death-of-cyclist-in-altrincham/ A man has been charged following a fatal collision on Paddock Lane, Altrincham on Monday 20 April at around 6:10pm. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:01:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/response-policing-two-days-in-two-districts-show-that-no-shift-is-ever-the-same-in-greater-manchester/ To mark Response Policing Week, we spent two days with response teams serving two different districts - Oldham and Bolton. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:05:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-arrested-and-drugs-seized-after-challenger-warrant-in-old-trafford/ On Wednesday 22 April 2026, officers from Trafford Challenger Unit and Trafford Neighbourhood Team executed a warrant at an address on Norton Street, in Old Trafford, Manchester. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:12:55 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/brave-to-the-end-pd-bren-protects-handler-on-final-shift-before-retirement/ PD Bren protects handler on final shift before retirement After six years with Greater Manchester Police (GMP), PD Bren has officially retired following an extraordinary career marked by bravery, loyalty and several significant arrests. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:42:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-following-investigation-into-stabbing-in-bolton/ A man has been charged following an investigation into reports of a stabbing in Bolton on Tuesday (21 April). Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:32:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/update-following-incident-on-tonge-moor-road-bolton-yesterday/ At around 10. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:43:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/greater-manchester-police-response-teams-discover-cannabis-farm-in-stalybridge/ Greater Manchester Police response teams have discovered a large cannabis farm located at property in Stalybridge. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:31:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-handed-nine-years-in-jail-for-sexual-assault-of-girl-in-oldham/ On Wednesday 22 April 2026 at Bolton Crown Court, Tayumur Raja (08/06/1996) of Abbeyhills Road, Oldham, was handed nine years in jail after he was found guilty of sexual assault by digital penetration. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:04:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/a-day-out-with-rochdale-response-student-officer-and-trainer/ For student officer PC Dickinson‑Moore, currently in her fifth month on the Detective Constable Entry Programme, every call‑out is another opportunity to learn on the job, guided by the experience of her tutor, PC Nuttall. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:01:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/a-man-has-been-charged-in-relation-to-the-death-of-a-woman-in-blackley/ Stephan Garner (16/04/1995) of Somerton Court, Blackley, has been charged with murder following the death of a woman at the weekend. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:50:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/dangerous-sex-offender-faces-deportation-after-being-tracked-down-by-gmp-detectives/ A dangerous sex offender has been put behind bars after our officers found he was failing to comply with his sex offender requirements. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:27:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/Family-pay-tribute-following-death-of-a-cyclist-in-Trafford/ A 56-year-old man who sadly died following a collision in Trafford yesterday (Monday 20 April 2026) been formally named as Michael Mullins, 56 from Weaverham, Northwich. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:37:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/calm-in-crisis-wigan-response-officer-commended-for-his-bravery/ During what were already the closing stages of a demanding night shift, PC Thomas Fairbrother-Wilcock demonstrated exceptional bravery when he was deployed to urgent reports of a male actively stabbing members of the public in Wigan town centre. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:31:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/a-murder-investigation-is-underway-after-the-death-of-a-female-in-blackley/ Shortly before 6pm on Sunday 19 April 2026, police were called to a disturbance on Broadmoss Drive, Blackley. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:43:06 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-jailed-following-investigation-into-class-a-drug-dealing-in-manchester/ A man has been jailed for three years following an extensive investigation into the supply of Class A drugs across the Central Manchester area. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:14:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/drug-dealer-jailed-for-harassing-teenager-and-making-threats-over-alleged-debts/ A drug dealer has been jailed after pleading guilty to possession and harassment offences – which saw him repeatedly threaten and demand money from a teenage boy. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:46:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-praised-for-their-excellent-response-times-as-national-response-policing-week-launches/ Response officers are often the first point of contact for emergencies across Greater Manchester, operating around the clock, every day of the week. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:39:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-with-six-offences-in-relation-to-ashton-under-lyne-incident/ Racially aggravated assault occasioning actual bodily harm Assault of an emergency worker Assault occasioning actual bodily harm Racially aggravated public order offence Attempt criminal damage to property Breaching the Public Order Act The charges relate to an incident which officers responded to in Ashton-under-Lyne on Friday 17 April 2026. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:06:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/seven-people-arrested-over-plans-to-target-high-end-retail-sector-through-coordinated-national-activity/ Seven people have been arrested in connection with a national coordinated plan to cause disruption, damage and theft at retail premises. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:44:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/appeal-to-trace-man-wanted-in-connection-with-a-serious-assault-in-salford/ Detectives are asking for the public’s help to locate an offender who is wanted in connection with a serious assault that left a man with severe injuries. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:47:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/greater-manchester-welcomes-thousands-ahead-of-the-manchester-marathon-this-weekend/ Greater Manchester is preparing to welcome tens of thousands of runners and spectators this weekend as the Manchester Marathon returns on Sunday 19 April. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:25:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/protests-in-manchester-city-centre-result-in-just-three-arrests/ A significant policing operation was in place throughout the day (Saturday 18 April) with additional resources deployed and work alongside partner agencies helping the day run smoothly. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:11:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/protest-live-blog/ 6 5 New Block 4 New Block Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:59:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-convicted-of-2003-rape-of-woman-20-years-after-miscarriage-of-justice/ We’ve commended the bravery of a woman whose courage has led to a man being convicted of a violent rape in Little Hulton, 22 years after the wrong man was sent to prison. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/gmp-policing-operation-in-place-for-planned-protests-this-saturday/ There will be a significantly increased police presence across the city centre on 18 April, with additional police powers in place. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:48:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/a-busy-day-in-bury-on-operation-avro-resulting-in-35-arrests/ Greater Manchester Police carried out a major day of action across the Bury borough yesterday (16 April) as part of Operation AVRO, the force’s monthly crackdown on the crimes that matter most to local communities. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:18:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/community-groups-and-charities-to-share-more-100000-claimed-back-from-criminals/ Eight community groups and charities will share more than £100,000 claimed back from criminals. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:40:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-recover-70000-in-cash-after-driver-stopped-in-bury/ Officers who stopped a car in Bury last night have recovered around £70,000 in cash. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:27:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-witnesses-and-footage-following-serious-collision-on-m66/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information after a road traffic collision that occurred in Bury on the M66. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:09:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/survivors-courage-leads-to-13-year-jail-sentence-for-the-man-that-raped-and-abused-her/ A man, aged 41, has been jailed for 13 years after being found guilty of two counts of rape and coercive and controlling behaviour. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:55:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-man-charged-following-investigation-into-radcliffe-cannabis-farm/ Three men have been charged following an investigation into a cannabis farm discovered in the Radcliffe area earlier this week. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:35:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/81-year-old-man-jailed-for-seven-years-following-attempted-robbery-earlier-this-year/ A man has been sentenced to seven years after he entered a 95-year-old woman’s home, grabbed her throat, and tied her up in a terrifying attempted robbery. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:03:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/police-appeal-for-information-following-damage-to-a-property-on-booth-street-manchester/ Our officers were called at around 4am yesterday morning (Tuesday 14 April 2026) to reports of criminal damage at a premises on Booth Street in Manchester. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-serious-collision-on-rakes-lane-salford/ At around 2:40pm yesterday (Tuesday 14 April), we were called to reports of a collision where an off-road bike collided with a taxi on Rake Lane, Salford. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:17:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/four-men-arrested-and-hundreds-of-cannabis-plants-seized-in-radcliffe/ Four men have been arrested and hundreds of cannabis plants seized following the execution of an early-morning warrant in Radcliffe. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:41:03 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/two-men-sentenced-following-robbery-in-manchester-city-centre/ Two men have been sentenced following a robbery in Manchester city centre during the early hours of Tuesday 9 September 2025. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:40:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/two-men-charged-following-investigation-into-rape-of-teenage-girl-in-manchester/ Two men appeared in court at the weekend after being charged with the rape of a teenage girl in Manchester city centre. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:28:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/project-servator-awarded-funding-to-boost-activity-and-deployments-across-gm/ Greater Manchester Police have welcomed new funding from the Home Office that has been provided to further strengthen our delivery of Project Servator, and to support our ongoing mission to keep communities safe. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:41:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-from-wigan-charged-after-disturbance-at-a-property-on-dicconson-lane-westhoughton/ Philip Lee Owen (11. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:30:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/dispersal-order-issued-for-failsworth-to-tackle-anti-social-behaviour/ Officers have implemented a section 35 dispersal order in Failsworth, Oldham following recent incidents of anti-social behaviour. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:09:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/i-just-want-justice-for-what-happened-to-me-so-i-can-try-and-make-things-better-for-myself--survivor-speaks-out-after-abuser-is-sentenced/ The survivor of 14 years of rape and sexual abuse has spoken of the impact this has had on her life following sentencing: “After what had happened to me, I had tried to block it all out and get on with my life. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:27:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/investigation-launched-following-disturbance-in-brinnington/ Officers were called shortly after 10. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:14:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/tviu-secure-arrest-of-man-for-various-offences-following-pursuit-on-the-m60/ A man wanted on recall to prison has been arrested following a pursuit in rainy conditions in the Oldham area yesterday. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:50:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/for-goats-not-drugs--six-sentenced-to-over-60-years-in-prison-for-conspiracy-to-import-drugs-totalling-over-1m/ Six people have been sentenced at Bolton Crown Court today (Thursday 9 April) for their role in a conspiracy to import class A and class B drugs into the UK. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:07:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-men-arrested-and-tools-seized-following-proactive-stop-in-royton/ Three men have been arrested in the Oldham area after a proactive search resulted in the discovery of tools and equipment used in thefts. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:30:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/four-men-arrested-following-violent-disorder-in-heywood-last-weekend/ In the early hours of this morning (09/04/2026), officers executed warrants at three addresses across Rochdale in connection with an incident of violent disorder in Heywood on Sunday (05/04/2026) evening. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:08:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/further-charge-secured-in-connection-with-death-of-john-soyoye-in-moston-in-2020/ A man has been charged in connection with the investigation into the death of John Soyoye in Manchester in November 2020. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:56:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-jailed-for-nine-years-for-raping-and-stalking-woman/ Jack-Leland Webster of Cedar Road, Earl Shilton, Leicester has been sentenced to nine years and five months in jail for several offences including rape, strangulation and stalking, while living in Manchester. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:01:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-from-trafford-jailed-for-10-years-for-domestic-offences/ On Thursday 2 April 2026 at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court, Darryl Duffy (05/05/1993) of Old Trafford, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after he was convicted of stalking, intentional strangulation, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, malicious wounding, and assault by beating against three people, including his ex-partner. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:07:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-sentenced-to11-years-after-being-found-guilty-of-attempted-rape-and-sexual-assault/ A 45-year-old man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for one count of attempted rape and two counts of sexual assault after a court found him guilty following a trial earlier this year. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/four-men-have-been-arrested-on-suspicion-of-delivering-contraband-into-a-prison/ Four men were arrested after officers from GMP’s Specialist Operations unit stopped a vehicle on Blackfriars shortly before midnight on Monday 6 April 2026. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:40:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-are-appealing-to-locate-a-suspected-victim-after-an-incident-in-bolton-on-monday/ Officers are appealing for information following reports of a suspected kidnapping in the Bolton area earlier this week (6 April 2026). Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:08:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/74-year-old-man-jailed-for-nine-years-following-rape-in-bolton/ A 74-year-old man was sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of rape of a woman 16 years or over, and one count of sexual assault. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:27:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-are-appealing-for-information-following-an-incident-on-copster-hill-road-in-oldham/ Officers are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage following reports of a disturbance involving a group of individuals on Copster Hill Road, Oldham. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:01:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-appeal-for-information-following-suspected-arson-in-radcliffe/ Officers from our Criminal Investigation Department (CID) are investigating a suspected arson attack on Great Hall Close, Radcliffe. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:58:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-appealing-for-information-following-fatal-collision-on-the-m61/ Officers are investigating and appealing for information after a man died on the M61 near Bolton this morning (3 April 2026). Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:53:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/man-charged-following-investigation-into-recovery-of-firearm-in-manchester/ A man has been charged following an investigation into a firearms offence following the recovery of a handgun in Manchester. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:52:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/officers-recover-loaded-firearm-and-make-arrest-in-warrant-in-whalley-range/ Shortly after midnight today, Thursday 2 April 2026, officers from the GMP Firearms Unit assisted by the Tactical Aid Unit (TAU), executed a warrant at an address on Alexandra Road, in Whalley Range. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:48:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-teenagers-convicted-following-the-death-of-mohanad-abdullaahi-goobe/ Three teenage boys have today (02/04/2026) been convicted following the death of 15-year-old Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe in Manchester in September last year. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:19:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/48-hour-dispersal-order-issued-for-rochdale-town-centre-to-tackle-anti-social-behaviour/ Officers have implemented a 48-hour dispersal order across Rochdale Town Centre following recent incidents of anti-social behaviour. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:27:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/handgun-recovered-in-brinnington-after-operation-vulcan-conduct-search/ Officers in Stockport this morning (1 April) recovered a handgun and several rounds of ammunition as part of Operation Vulcan’s ongoing activity in the area. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:24:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/rochdale-town-centre-neighbourhood-team-and-partners-seize-80250-in-illicit-cigarettes/ On Sunday 30 March, while carrying out on patrols, officers from the Rochdale town centre Neighbourhood team observed two men unloading multiple large boxes from the back of a transit van into the back of a car. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:21:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/three-salford-response-officers-fast-actions-save-mans-life/ At around 08:30am on 26 February 2026, PC Abbie Ellison and PC Sophie North ,who work on Response in the Salford district, were on their usual mobile patrol in the area when they were flagged down by a member of the public who was in distress. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:29:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/april/economic-crime-team-recovers-record-18m-from-criminals/ Our Economic Crime Team has recovered a record £18,150. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:47:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-arrested-following-threats-at-an-address-in-radcliffe-bury/ We responded to an incident on Stand Lane, Radcliffe following reports of a disturbance at around 2:15pm today (30/03/2026). Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:11:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-responding-to-an-incident-in-radcliffe-bury/ We are responding to an incident on Stand Lane, Radcliffe following reports of a disturbance at around 2:15pm today (30/03/2026). Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:41:55 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/two-men-and-a-juvenile-have-been-arrested-following-an-assault-in-oldham/ Two men and a juvenile boy have been arrested following a serious assault in Oldham over the weekend. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:09:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-make-three-arrests-in-connection-to-an-assault-at-a-pub-on-liverpool-road-irlam/ Officers investigating a serious assault at a pub on Liverpool Road, Irlam, in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 29 March) have made three arrests in connection with the incident. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:20:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-appeal-for-more-information-following-an-assault-at-a-pub-on-liverpool-road-irlam/ At around 2:51am today (Sunday 29 March), officers were called to reports of an assault at a pub on Liverpool Road, Irlam. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:40:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-serious-collision-on-market-street-bolton/ At around 4:50am this morning (Saturday 28 March 2026), we were called to reports of a collision where a vehicle has collided with a house on Market Street, Bolton. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:07:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-appeal-for-more-information-following-stabbing-on-greenwood-street-oldham/ Officers responded to an incident on Greenwood Street in Oldham following reports of an assault yesterday evening (Friday 27 March). Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:32:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/substantial-cannabis-farm-discovered-in-manchester-city-centre-property/ Our City of Manchester neighbourhood policing team has seized a substantial number of cannabis plants following a warrant on Oldham Street, Manchester yesterday afternoon (Thursday 26 March 2026). Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:55:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/criminal-investigation-concludes-into-family-voting-allegations/ We’ve concluded our investigation into alleged ‘family voting’ at last month’s Gorton and Denton by-election, finding no evidence of any intent to influence or refrain any person from voting. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:17:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-arrest-six-and-seize-class-a-and-b-drugs-in-moss-side-morning-warrant/ In the early morning of Thursday 26 March 2026, officers from GMP’s City of Manchester Moss Side and Hulme Neighbourhood Policing Team, assisted by our City Violence Reduction and Exploitation Team (VRET) and Neighbourhood Tasking Team (NTT), executed a warrant at a residential address on Hartington Street, Moss Side. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:20:52 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/greater-manchester-police-and-partners-host-hq-safeguarding-workshop-to-strengthen-public-safety-at-major-events/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) hosted its third safeguarding workshop at Force HQ, bringing together football and rugby clubs, sports teams, event venues and local authorities from across Greater Manchester to strengthen collective approaches to public safety. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:46:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/five-arrests-have-been-made-in-relation-to-a-shooting-on-beswicke-royds-street/ Officers in Rochdale investigating a shooting on Beswicke Royds Street on Thursday 5 March have made three further arrests in connection with the incident. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:45:08 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/update-on-tandle-hill-country-park-investigation/ We’ve concluded our searches of Tandle Hill Country Park as part of an investigation into how a 17-year-old girl may have come to harm last Friday (20 March 2026). Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:17:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/a-man-has-been-charged-in-relation-to-firearms-discharge-on-school-house-road/ Jawaad Karim (24/11/1990) of Vicarage Close, Oldham has been charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life in connection with a firearms discharge on School House Road, Oldham (15/02/2026). Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:25:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/safer-transport-team-vehicle-stop-resulted-in-the-recovery-of-500000-worth-on-counterfeit-goods/ This morning (Wednesday 25 March), officers from our Safer Transport Team, from the Transport Unit, Police Constable Callum Wood and Police Constable Briece Livsey, made two arrests after sighting a car driving suspiciously on Queens Road, Cheetham Hill. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:57:48 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-report-of-sexual-assault-in-manchester-city-centre/ Officers investigating reports of a sexual assault in Manchester have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to as part of their enquiries. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:03:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-in-crumpsall/ At around 11:50pm yesterday (Monday 23 March), officers were called to reports of an unconscious man on Crescent Road, Crumpsall. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:23:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/domestic-abuse-protection-orders-to-be-used-across-gmp-after-final-phase-of-rollout/ Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) will now be used in every GMP district following more than 460 arrests since the pilot started 18 months ago. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:03:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/four-arrested-and-one-safeguarded-during-partnership-visits-to-massage-parlours-across-tameside/ Visits to seven premises were conducted with relevant partner agencies including HMRC, Immigration Enforcement, Social Care, Licensing, Environmental Health and Trading Standards to tackle any criminality and exploitation in massage parlours across Tameside. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:36:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/vulcan-seizes-seven-motorised-bikes-and-arrests-two-in-brinnington/ Over the weekend of Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March officers from Operation Vulcan seized seven bikes and made two arrests in relation to driving offences. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:58:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/watch-the-moment-a-burglar-who-tried-to-evade-justice-by-hiding-under-a-bed-was-arrested-by-our-officers/ This is the moment a suspected burglar was arrested hiding in a bed while trying to evade justice. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:16:49 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/family-pay-tribute-to-beloved-son-brother-and-father-who-died-in-road-traffic-collision-on-buxton-road/ Officers were called to Buxton Road, Hazel Grove, at around 3:30pm on Friday 20 March following reports of a collision involving several vehicles. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:35:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-reunited-with-bike-stolen-in-london-thanks-to-stockport-neighbourhood-officers/ Officers from our Stockport Central Neighbourhood Policing Team have reunited a man with his e-bike stolen in London. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:48:49 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/appeal-for-information-after-motorcyclist-dies-in-stockport-collision/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a motorcyclist died in Stockport. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:23:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/family-pay-tribute-to-kind-hearted-loving-man-who-died-in-road-traffic-collision-in-moss-side/ Officers responded to a collision involving a vehicle and two pedestrians on Princess Road in Moss Side on Sunday 8 March 2026. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:16:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-jailed-for-eight-years-after-stabbing-his-friend-and-leaving-him-with-life-changing-injuries/ Blane Latouche (15/12/1995) of Hinchley Road, Charlestown, has been jailed for eight years at Manchester Crown Court yesterday (Thursday 19 March 2026) after being found guilty of wounding and possession of a bladed article. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/update-following-conclusion-of-inquest-into-bismark-house-mill-deaths/ Detective Chief Superintendent Lewis Hughes, GMP’s lead for Disaster Victim Identification, said: “From the moment we tragically discovered that four victims had lost their lives in Bismark House industrial premises, we have ensured that Uoc Van Nguyen, Cuong Van Chu, Duong Van Nguyen and Nam Thanh Le remain at the heart of our operation from that point on. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:05:52 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/the-wife-of-a-man-who-died-following-a-collision-on-broadway-in-royton-has-paid-tribute-to-him/ At around 5:22pm on Tuesday 17 March, officers were called to reports of a three-vehicle-collision at the turning into Elk Mill Retail Park. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:16:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-serious-road-traffic-collision-in-stockport/ Officers responded to a collision involving a van and a pedestrian on Great Underbank in Stockport today (Thursday 19 March 2026). Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:24:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-arrest-11-seize-drugs-and-70k-cash-in-early-morning-strikes-tackling-organised-crime-in-tameside/ In the early hours of Thursday 19 March 2026 eight warrants were executed simultaneously across Tameside, Oldham and Rochdale to tackle a suspected criminal network involved in the distribution of class A drugs and firearms. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:36:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/sexual-assault-victim-speaks-out-after-attacker-sentenced2/ A woman from Tameside has bravely waived her anonymity after being sexually assaulted in November 2021. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:57:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/partnership-raid-in-brinnington-uncovers-illicit-tobacco-and--sees-two-arrests/ Officers and local authority teams are continuing to investigate after a joint visit in Brinnington resulted in the discovery of illicit tobacco, cigarettes, and upwards of £40k in cash. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:56:37 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-broadway-royton/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision on Broadway, Royton. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:05:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/two-men-arrested-in-relation-to-rochdale-shooting/ A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and bailed. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:10:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/five-men-detained-in-connection-with-death-of-john-soyoye-in-moston-in-2020/ They have not yet been returned to the UK. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:40:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-wilmslow-road-east-didsbury/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision on Wilmslow Road, East Didsbury. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:13:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/second-registered-sex-offender-jailed-after-being-caught-by-live-facial-recognition/ ​A second Registered Sex Offender has been locked up after being caught by Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:43:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/thirteen-and-a-half-years-sentencing-for-trafford-man-after-rape-and-assault-conviction/ Marvyn Thomas (28/03/1987), of Belmont Street Old Trafford, has today (16 March 2026) been sentenced to thirteen-and-a-half-years in jail following a two-week trial at Manchester Crown Court. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:23:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/coercive-controller-sentenced-after-victim-comes-forward-with-courage/ A victim of coercive control has shown ‘exceptional bravery’ for reporting the abuse that has led to her former partner being brought before the courts. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:23:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-jailed-for-23-years-for-manslaughter-of-kailem-gibson-in-newton-heath/ On Monday 16 March at Manchester Crown Court Martin Alan Davies (24/01/1990) of Gilmerton Drive, Manchester, has been sentenced to 19 years, extended to 23 years, for the fatal stabbing of Kailem Gibson in Newton Heath last year. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:42:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/seventh-and-final-dog-recovered-after-dog-walkers-van-taken-in-theft/ All of the dogs taken from a stolen van and dumped in the Oldham area have now been recovered thanks to the efforts of local volunteers and officers. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:14:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-jailed-after-making-off-from-police-twice---including-with-a-child-on-board/ A man has been jailed after twice making off from police – including a time when he had two young children were in the car. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:46:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/two-prolific-burglars-jailed-after-distressing-burglary-in-radcliffe/ Two men have been sentenced after breaking into a woman’s home in Radcliffe while she was at home caring for her young child, before stealing her BMW from the driveway. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-serious-road-traffic-collision-in-moss-side/ Officers responded to a collision involving a vehicle and two pedestrians on Princess Road in Moss Side on Sunday 8 March 2026. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:23:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/major-day-of-action-sees-officers-execute-19-warrants-and-make-41-arrests-in-rochdale-for-operation/ Greater Manchester Police carried out a major day of action across the Rochdale borough yesterday (Thursday 12 March) as part of Operation AVRO, the force’s monthly crackdown on the crimes that matter most to local communities. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:13:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/scene-is-now-closed-after-non-viable-device-was-recovered-from-high-school-in-ashton-under-lyne/ This morning, officers responded to an incident at Samuel Laycock High School in Ashton-under-Lyne. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:23:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/gmp-makes-40-arrests-closes-20-drug-lines-and-seizes-class-a-and-b-drugs-during-county-lines-intensification-week/ Throughout the week of action, various policing activities took place alongside partners across all our Greater Manchester districts. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:53:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-charged-with-multiple-counts-of-fraud-after-series-of-rogue-trader-offences-in-rochdale/ Thomas Hallisey (14/07/77), of no fixed abode, has been charged with seven counts of fraud by false representation and one count of theft in a dwelling. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:53:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/two-men-have-been-charged-with-multiple-offences-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-burnage/ Uways Hussain (02/09/2005) of Burnage, Manchester, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death by driving a vehicle whilst uninsured, conspiracy to pervert the course of justice, failing to provide a specimen for analysis and driving without insurance. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:40:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-released-with-no-further-action-after-a-post-mortem-in-connection-to-the-death-of-a-man-in-royton/ No further action will be taken against a 49-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday 8 March. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:33:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/woman-who-falsely-accused-ten-men-of-raping-her-is-jailed/ A woman has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison today (Wednesday 11 March 2026) after pleading guilty to making false rape allegations about several men from across Greater Manchester. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:24:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/three-arrested-and-multiple-cars-recovered-in-operation-following-burglary-series/ Manchester’s central neighbourhood team conducted four search warrants this morning as part of an investigation into a burglary series which saw several homes targeted in Gorton and Levenshulme across January. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:57:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/caravan-seized-and-100k-worth-of-drugs-recovered-as-vulcan-execute-warrant-in-brinnington/ Officers from Operation Vulcan this morning executed a warrant on Middlesex Road in Brinnington as part of an investigation into drugs supply in the area. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:23:10 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/six-people-charged-following/ Six people have been charged following a drugs investigation by the Operation Vulcan team in the Brinnington area. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:29:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-who-exploited-vulnerable-teenage-girl-in-stockport-jailed-for-rape-and-sexual-assault/ A man has been jailed for nine-and-a-half-years after being found guilty of the rape of a vulnerable girl in Stockport. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:10 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/tributes-paid-to-man-who-died-following-collision-in-manchester/ The partner of a man who died following a collision on Kingsway in Manchester has paid tribute to him. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:27:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-arrested-after-pursuit-and-foot-chase-through-bolton/ At around 12pm on Sunday afternoon (8 March 2026), ANPR cameras received multiple activations in the Bolton area for a vehicle believed to be using cloned registration plates. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:34:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/chief-constables-citizen-award-winner-mr-michael-mcphee/ Mr Michael McPhee was presented with the Chief Constable’s Citizen Award on Tuesday 3 March. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:56:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/pair-jailed-following-dangerous-hgv-pursuit-across-three-force-areas/ HGV pursuit footage Two men have been jailed following a pursuit across three force areas in a lorry containing more than £40,000 worth of stolen tyres. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:59:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-sciu-are-appealing-for-witnesses-and-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-kingsway/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal collision between two vehicles on Kingsway, Manchester. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:57:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/firearm-recovered-in-brinnington-as-officers-work-to-tackle-weapons-and-violent-crime/ Operation Vulcan has been operating in Brinnington for just over three weeks now - and has already seized a potentially deadly firearm from the streets. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:03:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/sixty-seven-blank-firing-weapons-handed-in-during-month-long-amnesty/ The campaign was launched after national assessments confirmed that five specific Bruni top and side venting blank‑firing firearms are readily convertible into viable, lethal weapons, making them illegal to own even if they were originally purchased lawfully. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:46:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-arrested-following-incident-in-royton/ At 10. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:28:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/woman-charged-following-incident-at-tram-station-in-west-didsbury/ A woman has been charged following an incident at a tram station in West Didsbury. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:52:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/section-34-dispersal-order-implemented-in-leigh-town-centre/ We have implemented a Section 34 dispersal order in Leigh town centre following information of anti-social behaviour involving groups of youths. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:12:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/two-people-charged-in-connection-with-firearms-discharge-in-salford/ A man and a woman have been charged in relation to a firearms discharge in Salford in December. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:02:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-sentenced-for-over-7-years-after-pleading-guilty-to-multiple-sexual-offences-against-a-girl-under-the-age-of-13/ CORRECTION: The wrong image was previously used for the offender in this case and has now been removed. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:09:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/offender-jailed-for-pointing-loaded-gun-at-police-officer-while-trying-to-flee-justice/ A man who pointed a gun at police officers and a member of the public has been jailed. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:17:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-jailed-for-knife-attack-in-salford/ A man has been jailed for almost 10 years for attacking a man in his former partner’s house. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:36:07 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/officers-investigating-a-shooting-in-rochdale-appeal-for-witnesses-and-information/ Officers in Rochdale who are investigating a shooting which occurred in the district are appealing for witnesses and information following the incident. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:32:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/gmp-motorcycle-unit-launches-2026-bikesafe-with-woman-only-workshop-on-international-womens-day/ Greater Manchester Police’s Motorcycle Unit will launch its 2026 BikeSafe programme on Sunday 8 March 2026 with a women‑focused workshop marking International Women’s Day. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:10:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/three-handed-prison-sentences-following-motorcycle-club-feud-uncovers-3d-printed-guns-firearms-and-drugs/ Steve Mason (01/08/1989) of HMP Oakwood pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited firearm, manufacturing a prohibited firearm, possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and was handed a nine-year prison sentence. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:47:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/registered-sex-offender-jailed-after-being-caught-by-live-facial-recognition-camera/ This is the moment a registered sex offender was identified by Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:38:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-charged-with-murder-following-death-of-82-year-old-man-in-oldham/ Officers have secured a charge in relation to the death of an 82-year-old man in Oldham. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:45:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/gmp-celebrate-national-contact-centre-day-2026/ Today, on National Contact Centre Day, we celebrate the outstanding work of everyone within Greater Manchester Police’s Contact Centre. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:13:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/criminal-investigation-department-are-investigating-the-rape-of-a-woman-in-manchester-and-have-released-an-e-fit-image-of-a-suspect/ Officers from our Criminal Investigation Department (CID) are investigating reports of two rapes on a victim in Manchester from August and December 2023. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:40:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/royal-thai-police-delegation-visits-greater-manchester-police/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) recently welcomed a senior delegation from the Royal Thai Police as part of ongoing international engagement between the United Kingdom and Thailand. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:53:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-jailed-following-discovery-of-drug-operation-and-150000-in-cash/ Matthew Harrison (28/01/1974) of Lees New Road Oldham was sentenced to 12 years in prison at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court on Thursday 26 February 2026. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:08:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/section-60-authorised-in-bolton-after-large-scale-disturbance-on-monday-2-march-2026/ Today (Tuesday 3 March 2026), we have authorised a section 60 authority in the outlined area of Bolton town centre. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:34:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/three-arrests-made-after-reports-of-stabbing-on-chapel-road-dukinfield/ We were called to reports of a serious assault on Chapel Street, Dukinfield at around 8am this morning. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:53:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/three-men-jailed-after-a-stabbing-in-trafford-left-a-teenage-boy-in-hospital-with-serious-injuries/ Shortly after 3am on Sunday 27 November 2022, a 15-year-old boy was at a cash machine on Upper Chorlton Road, Trafford when he noticed a black BMW drive past him before making a U-turn and pulling up on the other side of the road. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-from-west-yorkshire-charged-following-protests-in-manchester/ A man from West Yorkshire has been charged following the protests in Manchester city centre on Saturday 21 February 2026. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:46:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-attempted-murder-following-assault-in-oldham/ On Sunday 1 March, we were called to an address on Stoneleigh Road, Oldham at around 5:12pm following reports of a serious assault. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:45:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/march/the-jewish-festival-of-purim-begins-in-manchester-today/ Road closures will be in place around Broughton Park and the surrounding areas between Monday 2 March at 7pm and Wednesday 4 March at 1am as members of the Jewish community come together to celebrate Purim. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:49:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/28-year-old-man-arrested-after-serious-assault-in-crowcroft-park-manchester/ Officers have made an arrest in relation to an assault that occurred off Stockport Road, Manchester yesterday evening (Sunday 1 March). Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:16:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmps-operation-vulcan-arrives-in-brinnington-for-new-crime-tackling-and-problem-solving-campaign/ Greater Manchester Police’s Operation Vulcan team has moved to Brinnington, with the area becoming their latest crime-smashing deployment utilising their award-winning problem-solving tactics. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:05:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-supporting-with-security-operation-as-brit-awards-comes-to-manchester/ Manchester will welcomes the Brit Awards to the city for the first time in its near-fifty year history today (28 February), and a comprehensive planning operation has been put in place to help the event run safely and smoothy. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:24:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/fourteenth-man-charged-in-relation-to-organised-crime-investigation-spanning-across-greater-manchester/ Officers have secured a further charge following a day of action targeting serious and organised crime earlier this month. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:55:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/as-the-brits-come-to-manchester-gmp-celebrates-its-own-award-winner-salford-c-relief-response-team/ With Manchester proudly hosting the BRIT Awards this year at Co‑op Live, we wanted to celebrate some of our own stars by shining a spotlight on GMP’s award winners. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:05:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/teenagers-sentenced-for-fatal-stabbing-of-ibrahima-seck-in-north-manchester-in-2025/ A 14-year-old boy, convicted of murdering Ibrahima on 22 December 2025 after a month-long trial at Manchester Crown Court, will be detained for 11 years and 10 months in a young offender institution. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:08:37 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-jailed-for-over-10-years-for-causing-death-by-dangerous-driving-following-collision-in-horwich/ Today (26 February 2026), a man from Bolton has been sentenced at Bolton Crown Court after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:07:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/one-man-charged-following-incident-at-manchester-central-mosque/ Darren Connor (14/12/1970), a White British man of Gorton Road, Stockport has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon and possession of class B drugs. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:52:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/as-the-brits-come-to-manchester-gmp-celebrates-its-own-award-winner-adam-telfer/ Ahead of the Brit Awards coming to Manchester, GMP is shining a spotlight on a star of its own. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:35:50 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-modern-slavery-offences/ A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of modern slavery offences and remains in custody for questioning. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:49:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/a-man-has-been-jailed-after-a-violent-and-premeditated-attack/ Colan Entwistle (11. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:37:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/100000-in-cash-has-been-recovered-after-patrols-stop-a-car-in-bolton-as-part-of-operation-falcon/ Approximately £100,000 in cash has been recovered after GMP patrols stopped a car in Bolton, as part of Operation Falcon. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:41:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/burglar-who-stole-war-medals-tablets-and-jewellery-in-crime-spree-jailed-for-32-months/ A man who burgled homes across Stockport – taking everything from tablets and jewellery to war medals –  was identified after a gardening glove left at one of the addresses matched his DNA. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:12:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-teenage-boys-charged-in-relation-to-incident-in-prestwich/ Three teenagers have been charged with several offences following an incident on Bury New Road on Tuesday 24 February 2026. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:25:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/manchester-central-mosque-update-officers-make-second-arrest-of-outstanding-suspect/ Earlier this morning (Thursday 26 February), we have arrested a second suspect in relation to the incident at Manchester Central Mosque on the evening of 24 February 2026. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:36:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/an-update-from-assistant-chief-constable-john-webster-following-manchester-central-mosque-incident/ At a press conference outside the Manchester Central Mosque on Upper Park Road, ACC Webster said: "Last night, a concerning incident took place here at Manchester Central Mosque. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:41:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/two-people-have-been-charged-in-relation-to-salford-carjacking/ Two people have been charged following a carjacking outside the Nisa store on Black Friars, Salford, at around 11am on Sunday 22 February. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:09:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/manchester-central-mosque-incident-gmp-questioning-man-in-custody-following-arrest-last-night-and-seeking-second-suspect/ Statement from Assistant Chief Constable John Webster following last night's incident: “We’re questioning a suspect in custody after weapons were found on a man at Manchester Central Mosque last night. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:57:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-teenagers-arrested-following-knife-point-robbery-in-prestwich/ At around 6pm on Tuesday 24 February 2026, we were called to reports of males armed with machetes on Bury New Road, Prestwich. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:34:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/as-the-brits-come-to-manchester-gmp-celebrates-its-own-award-winner-wendy-docker/ In the spirit of Manchester hosting the Brit Awards this year at the Co-Op Live Arena we wanted to shine a light on some of our own award winners. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:45:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-arrested-following-incident-at-manchester-central-mosque/ At around 8. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:03:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/derker-community-group-receives-commendation-for-support-of-vulcan-partnership-work/ A Derker community group has been awarded a prestigious District Commanders' Award for its tireless working in supporting Operation Vulcan’s deployment to the area, as well as its wider contributions to the community. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:15:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-jailed-for-seven-years-for-non-contact-child-sex-offences/ Ryan Greenhow (20/02/1989) of Oldham has been jailed for seven years and four months at Manchester Crown Square Court today (Tuesday 24 February 2026). Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:50:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/family-pay-tribute-to-a-wonderful-son-who-gave-people-confidence-strength-and-pride-in-who-they-were/ A family have paid tribute to the loss of their ‘wonderful son, brother and uncle’ who ‘gave people confidence, strength and pride in who they were’ after a man was sentenced in connection with his death. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:31:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/five-men-arrested-in-bolton-and-lancashire-as-part-of-investigation-into-large-scale-drugs-operation/ Early this morning (Tuesday 24 February 2026) four warrants were carried out across Bolton, and another at an address in Lytham St Annes, as part of an ongoing investigation into the importation of drugs into the UK. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:39:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/further-outcomes-secured-as-investigations-into-recent-and-non-recent-cse-continue/ As we have entered a New Year, we are continuing to pursue child sexual exploitation (CSE) perpetrators with the same vigour, keeping victims and survivors at the heart of our investigations and action. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:19:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/manchester-man-jailed-for-violent-machete-attack-in-bolton/ A Manchester man was sentenced to six years in prison for a violent attack in Bolton that left a man seriously injured. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:54:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-located-and-arrested-two-suspects-within-minutes-of-salford-carjacking/ Two people have been arrested in connection with a carjacking incident on Sunday 22 February in Salford. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:33:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/as-the-brits-come-to-manchester-gmp-celebrates-its-own-award-winner-luke-rawcliffe/ In the spirit of Manchester hosting the BRIT Awards at the Co‑op Live Arena this year, we’re taking the opportunity to shine a spotlight on some of our own outstanding award winners. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:56:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/protests-in-manchester-ran-safely-with-11-arrests-made-during-a-busy-afternoon-in-the-city-centre/ Several demonstrations took place peacefully across central Manchester, with officers working closely with organisers to ensure people could protest safely and that wider disruption was kept to a minimum. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:36:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gang-members-jailed-for-professional-and-sophisticated-stolen-goods-operation/ Members of a gang that handled stolen goods worth more than £500,000 have been jailed for their part in a 'professional and sophisticated’ fraud operation. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:28:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmp-hosts-retailers-and-security-teams-to-support-businesses-and-tackle-criminality/ Retailers and security teams from across Greater Manchester joined officers at GMP’s headquarters last week as part of a dedicated retail crime meeting to contribute towards future plans for tackling and reducing criminality. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:07:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/arrest-made-following-suspected-arson-at-a-property-in-oldham/ Shortly before 6. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:54:48 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/neighbourhood-crime-down-and-more-offenders-brought-to-justice-across-wigan-district/ Neighbourhood crime teams in the Wigan district achieved significant results in 2025, with crime levels down and more arrests taking place. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:46:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/following-22-warrants-executed-across-greater-manchester-13-people-have-been-charged/ Following the execution of 22 warrants during a major day of action targeting serious and organised crime across Greater Manchester - where 258 officers, alongside Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson, worked together to arrest 23 individuals - several charges have been made today (19/02/2026). Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:10:40 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-jailed-following-serious-attack-in-manchester-city-centre/ Said Sadat (21.02.2006), Block Lane, Chadderton, Oldham, was jailed at Manchester Crown Court on Thursday 19 February 2026, after pleading guilty to section 20 assault. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:46:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmp-granted-largest-ever-forfeit-order-for-1.8m-worth-of-gold-discovered-in-airport/ GMP has been granted its largest-ever forfeiture order for gold bars - valued at £1. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:34:55 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-from-bury-charged-after-vehicle-stop-sees-150000-worth-of-drugs-seized/ He has been remanded in custody ahead of a scheduled appearance at Tameside Magistrates Court this morning (Thursday 19 February 2026). Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:38:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmp-officers-execute-22-warrants-and-arrest-23-suspects-in-day-of-action-tackling-serious-and-organised-crime-across-greater-manchester/ In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 18 February 2026), our Serious Crime Division led the arrests of 23 men linked to an Organised Crime Group in Greater Manchester. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:55:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-arrested-and-150000-worth-of-drugs-seized-following-vehicle-stop/ Two men and one woman have been arrested after a vehicle stop led to a large quantity of Class A drugs being discovered. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:17:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/former-council-employee-jailed-for-stealing-900000-from-client-accounts/ A former council employee has been jailed after admitting stealing almost £900,000 from council accounts. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:51:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/150-cannabis-plants-seized-following-early-morning-warrant-in-old-moat/ Our City of Manchester South Neighbourhood Policing Team has seized a substantial number of cannabis plants following a warrant on Golborne Avenue, Old Moat yesterday morning (17 February). Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:03:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/serious-and-organised-crime-carrying-out-multiple-warrants-across-greater-manchester/ Stand Photos Joe quotes 10:30am Insta 9am Avro 8:30am 8am 7:30am 6:45am 6:30am: Warrants Warrants video 5am Guns 1 Guns 2 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:30:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/tactical-contact-brings-dangerous-wrong-way-pursuit-to-an-end/ At around 7:22pm on Monday 16 February, officers were alerted to a possible cloned or stolen vehicle travelling on Bury New Road, Heywood. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:47:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/section-35-dispersal-order-following-large-groups-setting-off-fireworks-in-hulme-park/ We have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order around Hulme Park in Manchester following information about large groups gathering in Hulme Park and setting off fireworks. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:01:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/programme-challenger-how-officers-have-successfully-continued-to-disrupt-and-dismantle-organised-crime-groups-across-greater-manchester-in-the-last-12-months/ Programme Challenger is Greater Manchester’s partnership response to serious and organised crime. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:41:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses-following-serious-collision-near-stockport/ Officers are appealing for information following a collision between two cars on the M60 near Stockport. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:18:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-investigating-a-firearms-discharge-in-oldham-make-two-arrests/ Officers have made two arrests in the early hours of this morning, as investigations into a firearms discharge at an address in Oldham continues. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:50:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/detectives-in-oldham-are-investigating-two-aggravated-burglaries-in-the-royton-area-that-are-believed-to-be-connected/ Detectives in Oldham are investigating two aggravated burglaries in the Royton area, which are believed to be linked. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:55:40 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/section-60-over-the-chadderton-and-oldham-area-has-been-extended/ The S60 order – which gives officers additional stop and search powers – that was put in place of Thursday 12 February, has been extended until 6. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:27:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/armed-officers-respond-to-an-aggravated-burglary-on-west-view-in-audenshaw/ Armed officers were deployed to an address on West View, Audenshaw, shortly after 3. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:47:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-men-arrested-in-wigan-in-relation-to-domestic-abuse-breach-of-protection-orders-and-harassment/ In the early hours of this morning, officers from our Wigan Domestic Abuse Teams and Neighbourhood Tasking Teams made three arrests in relation to breach of protection orders, domestic abuse and harassment. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:44:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/operation-avro-returns-to-stockport-with-new-district-commander-at-the-helm/ The new District Commander of Stockport, Chief Superintendent Natalie Dalby, oversaw her first Operation AVRO yesterday (Thursday 12 February 2026), with 86 arrests being made for a range of offences. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:42:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-men-jailed-for-69-years-after-foiled-terrorist-plot-intended-to-target-the-jewish-community-in-gm/ Two men have been given life sentences and a third jailed for their parts in a foiled terrorist plot intended to target the Jewish community in Greater Manchester. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:12:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/parents-sentenced-after-abuse-and-death-of-their-two-year-old-girl/ Today, Friday 13 February 2026, we have witnessed justice for a two-year-girl, Omra Wali Jan, who died in February 2024 after suffering a non-accidental brain injury less than three months earlier. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:40:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-charged-following-challenger-investigation-into-drugs-supply-in-manchester/ A man has been charged following the execution of a series of warrants in the Wythenshawe area yesterday morning (12 February). Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:58:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/s60-in-place-following-several-serious-assaults-in-chadderton-and-oldham/ A S60 order – which gives officers additional stop and search powers – is in place until 6. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:53:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/the-family-of-a-fun-loving-man-who-died-in-wythenshawe-have-paid-tribute-to-him/ At around 11. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:36:48 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmp-launch-t-level-opportunities-in-legal-services-and-it/ We are delighted to announce the launch of T Level work placements during National Apprenticeship Week 2026, offering a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience across two dynamic gateways in Legal Services and IT as part of their T Level qualification. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:56:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-arrests-made-after-proactive-drugs-strikes-in-wythenshawe/ Four warrants were executed in Wythenshawe this morning (Thursday 12 February 2026) in connection with an ongoing investigation into the supply of Class A drugs. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:25:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/new-bolton-amnesty-bin-educating-and-engaging-with-local-community-on-knife-crime/ Bolton’s neighbourhood policing team have introduced a new amnesty bin in the town centre to deter knife crime and encourage people to dispose of potentially deadly weapons. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:55:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/romance-fraud-warning-after-81-year-old-targeted-and-2.8m-of-victims-money-recovered/ With Valentine’s Day approaching, our fraud experts are urging the public to stay alert to romance fraud, an offence that typically surges at this time of year as criminals exploit people seeking companionship. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:47:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/male-charged-with-several-offences-following-investigation-after-e-bike-collision/ Bradley Price (09/08/06), of St Agnes Court, Whalley Road, Middleton, has been charged with multiple offences following a road traffic collision, in which a woman walking with a pram was injured. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:04:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/gmp-wildlife-officers-strengthen-partnership-with-national-trust-to-protect-holcombe-moor/ The Wildlife Subject Matter Expert from the Force Prevention Branch, along with Neighbourhood Officers from Greater Manchester Police who volunteer as Wildlife Officers, spent yesterday (10 February 2026) on Holcombe Moor working alongside National Trust rangers and volunteers. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:31:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-receives-28-year-sentence-for-attacking-nurse-with-scissors-at-hospital/ A man has received a 28-year sentence after attacking a nurse from behind with a pair of scissors, leaving her with serious injuries. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:15:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/three-arrested-as-specialist-xcalibur-team-execute-warrants-across-manchester/ Specialist officers secured the arrest of three men this morning as part of an investigation into drugs supply across the Manchester area. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:16:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/stockport-officers-continuing-to-crack-down-on-neighbourhood-crime-across-the-district-with-new-district-commander/ Stockport’s neighbourhood officers are continuing to deliver a range of successful results across the district in a concentrated effort to crack down on crime. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:03:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-sentenced-to-nine-years-after-knife-attacks-in-wigan-town-centre/ Charles McMurray (23/08/1989), Satchel Close, Wigan, pled guilty to multiple counts of Section 18 wounding with intent, threatening a person with a bladed article and threats to kill, has been sentenced to nine years and nine months. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:15:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/family-pay-tribute-to-most-humble-kind-man-who-died-in-aircraft-crash/ The family of one of the men who died in an aircraft crash n Littleborough last week have paid tribute to ‘the glue of the family’. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:23:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-charged-with-murder-following-mans-death-in-manchester/ We have charged a man with murder following the death of a man in Manchester on Thursday 5 February 2026. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:53:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/more-than-15-e-bikes-seized-and-several-people-arrested-during-month-of-targeted-activity/ Officers from the City of Manchester district seized 16 e-bikes during the past month of antisocial behaviour targeted activity under Operation Eagleye. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:05:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/op-limelight-gmp-officers-and-border-forces-collaborative-initiative-to-raise-awareness-around-honour-based-abuse-and-fgm/ Op Limelight is a national, multi‑agency operation dedicated to raising awareness of harmful practices such as honour‑based abuse (HBA), Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), and Forced Marriage (FM). Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:26:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/family-of-man-killed-in-light-aircraft-crash-pay-tribute-to-deeply-loving-father-and-a-devoted-husband/ Shortly after 11am on Tuesday 3 February we were called to reports that an aircraft had crashed in farmland area of Littleborough, Rochdale. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:28:25 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/four-arrests-made-and-multiple-firearms-seized-following-challenger-warrants-in-gorton-and-tyldesley/ On Thursday 5 February, officers from our City of Manchester Central Challenger Team executed four warrants: two in Gorton, one in Beswick and one in Tyldesley. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:34:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/male-charged-with-rape-and-sexual-activity-with-a-child-in-bolton/ A man in his 20s has been charged with two separate sexual offences following an investigation by GMP’s Child Protection Investigation Unit. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/five-jailed-as-officers-uncover-sophisticated-drugs-distribution-network-after-five-month-covert-operation/ Officers from our Serious Organised Crime Unit targeted the group in a covert operation that lasted five months. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:04:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/investigation-launched-following-murder-of-a-man-in-wythenshawe/ A murder investigation has been launched by officers in south Manchester after a man in his 20s sadly died on Southwick Road in Northern Moor, Wythenshawe. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:24:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses-following-fatal-collision-in-bury/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision in Prestwich, Bury. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:47:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-are-appealing-for-information-following-reports-of-a-business-burglary-in-the-trafford-park-area/ At around 6. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:17:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/serial-robber-who-targeted-lone-women-across-greater-manchester-jailed-for-14-years/ A man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison following a series of violent robberies targeting lone women across Manchester, Salford and Bury. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:52:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/section-35-dispersal-order-following-disorder-in-whitworth-park/ The measures were introduced at 2pm today (Thursday 5 February 2026) and will remain in place until 2am on Saturday 7 February. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:23:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/travelsafe-livechat-reaches-500-reports----a-milestone-for-safer-transport-across-greater-manchester/ Greater Manchester Police is celebrating a significant milestone as the TravelSafe LiveChat service reaches 500 reports since launching. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:07:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/officers-continuing-to-utilise-herbert-protocol-to-support-missing-vulnerable-people/ Chief Superintendent Mark Dexter and PCSO Mark Fitzgerald at a recent Trafford Veterans' event, in which details about The Herbert Protocol were shared. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:18:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/four-arrests-made-as-investigation-into-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-bolton-continues/ Two warrants have led to four arrests in Bolton this morning (Thursday 5 February 2026) as officers continue to investigate a fatal road traffic collision which killed four people last month. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:44:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/a-man-has-been-charged-following-a-shooting-in-salford/ Adam Wass (21/10/1989), of NFA, has been charged with multiple firearms offences under the Firearms Act 1968. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:25:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/two-arrested-after-stolen-car-from-west-yorkshire-recovered-in-tyldesley/ In the early hours of the morning an Audi SQ7 was stolen from Leeds in West Yorkshire and made its way into Greater Manchester. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:32:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/winter-of-action-crime-blitz-ends-with-1300-arrests-and-successful-outcomes/ Greater Manchester’s Winter of Action campaign has concluded with a more than 1,300 arrests and countless hours of engagement work across priority crime areas. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:34:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/littleborough-plane-crash-update/ Two people have sadly died following a light aircraft crash in Littleborough earlier today (3 February). Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:08:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/youre-barking-up-the-wrong-tree-gmp-tactical-dog-unit-helping-keep-the-region-safe-so-far-in-2026/ Greater Manchester Police’s Tactical Dog Unit have started 2026 with a bang. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:43:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/robbery-investigation-launched-after-house-targeted-in-oldham/ We are investigating a robbery at a house in Oldham where three suspects have made threats using swords. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:14:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/february/man-charged-following-public-order-incident-in-city-centre/ Following an investigation by our Manchester City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, Charles Veitch (05/08/1980) of Park Crescent, Derbyshire, has been charged with a Section 4A public order offence. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:12:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/serious-collision-investigators-appeal-for-information-after-pedestrian-seriously-injured/ Our serious collision investigators are appealing for information after a pedestrian was seriously injured in Manchester on Friday (30/1/26). Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:35:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-investigate-robbery-at-salford-takeaway/ Officers in Salford are investigating an armed robbery at a takeaway at Ellesmere Retail Park, Walkden. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:17:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/investigation-launched-after-man-found-injured-and-unresponsive-in-manchester-road/ Our serious collision investigators are appealing for information after a man was found injured and unresponsive in a road in Manchester. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:09:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/investigation-under-way-after-man-assaulted-in-tameside/ Officers are carrying out enquiries in Tameside as we investigate a serious assault in Droylsden last night. Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:43:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/rape-suspect-arrested-after-live-facial-recognition-alert/ A rape suspect has been arrested during our latest Live Facial Recognition (LFR) deployment in Manchester. Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:33:52 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/we-pledge-our-support-to-a-national-amnesty-aiming-to-recover-bruni-top-and-side-venting-blank-firing-imitation-firearms/ The amnesty encourages anyone who owns one of follow Bruni models to turn them into any Greater Manchester Police station, these are: •            8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model 92 blank firing self-loading pistol •            8mm PAK Bruni BBM New Police blank firing self-loading pistol •            8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model 96 blank firing self-loading pistol •            8mm PAK Bruni BBM Model ‘GAP’ blank firing self-loading pistol •            . Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:05:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/two-arrests-made-following-tviu-pursuit-in-wythenshawe-last-night/ TVIU pursuit   Our Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit (TVIU) were made aware of a knife point robbery at a Tesco Express in Derbyshire last night (29 January). Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:11:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/dozens-of-arrests-and-vulnerable-people-safeguarded-following-heywood-neighbourhood-operation/ A dedicated Neighbourhood Policing operation in Heywood has secured 55 arrests and seized more than £1. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:17:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/family-united-with-officer-that-provided-life-saving-cpr-to-their-loved-one-at-greater-manchester-train-station/ While waiting for a train on his way home after work, Chief Inspector Michael Parker from our Roads Policing Unit spotted a man on the floor and quickly realised that the situation was a bit more sinister to him than the normal eye. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:39:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/chief-constable-sir-stephen-watson-receives-knighthood-at-st-james-palace/ Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson QPM has paid tribute to the thousands of officers and staff he has served with throughout his career, as he was formally knighted by Anne, Princess Royal, yesterday at St James' Palace. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:19:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-after-95-year-old-woman-tied-up-during-attempted-robbery-in-salford/ Two counts of false imprisonment Attempted robbery Intentional strangulation Common assault He has been remanded in custody ahead of a scheduled appearance at Salford and Manchester Magistrates on Friday 30 January 2026. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:42:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/ons-crime-stats-street-level-crimes-down-following-increased-summer-of-neighbourhood-action/ We’re continuing to tackle local street-level crimes that matter to communities by focussing our efforts across Greater Manchester on shoplifting, burglary and theft. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:17:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/suspect-arrested-after-95-year-old-woman-tied-up-during-attempted-robber/ Our officers have arrested a man following an incident in which a 95-year-old woman was tied-up and threatened at an address in Little Hulton, Salford, yesterday (27 January). Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:56:55 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-murder-following-womans-death-in-manchester/ We have charged a man with murder following the death of a woman in Manchester yesterday (Tuesday 27 January). Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:26:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/gang-jailed-for-47-years-for-producing-drugs-and-supplying-firearms-across-the-country/ Four members of an organised crime gang have been jailed for almost 50 years following an investigation into a multi‑million‑pound firearms and drugs operation. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:56:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-investigating-and-appeal-for-information-after-95-year-old-woman-is-threatened-in-her-own-home/ Officers are investigating an attempted robbery and appealing for further information after a 95-year-old woman was tied-up and threatened at an address in Salford. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:47:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/suspect-in-custody-following-discover-of-cash-and-gold-during-economic-crime-warrant/ Following an investigation led by officers from our Economic and Cyber Crime Unit (ECCU), approximately £12,000 in cash, several high‑end watches, a quantity of suspected Class A drugs and a collection of silver coins and gold bars have been seized in Wigan. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:25:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/boy-charged-following-fatal-collision-death-of-14-year-old-in-wythenshawe/ A boy has been charged after an investigation into the death of another 14-year-old boy following a collision in Wythenshawe. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:38:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-following-death-of-a-woman-in-wythenshawe/ A murder investigation is currently underway following the death of a female in Baguley, Wythenshawe. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:27:08 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/live-facial-recognition-continues-to-keep-communities-safe-with-registered-sex-offender-arrests/ A number of registered sex offenders have been arrested during the first three months of our deployment of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:46:25 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-following-fatal-rtc-on-atherleigh-way-in-leigh/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for information and witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Leigh. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:32:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/update-into-arrested-men-following-firearms-discharge-in-the-city-centre-on-saturday-24-january-2026/ Following a call at 5am that morning, we attended the address and located a man in his 20s with a gunshot wound to his leg. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:55:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/criminal-behaviour-order-given-to-a-woman-stealing-in-stockport/ A woman has been made subject to a 12‑month Criminal Behaviour Order banning her from every John Lewis store in England and Wales, after stealing thousands of pounds’ worth of designer fragrances. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:41:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/a-man-has-been-charged-following-an-arson-attack-in-bury/ A 45-year-old man​ has been charged in relation to an ongoing investigation into an arson attack at an address on South Terrance on Sunday 18 January 2026. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:31:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses-following-serious-collision-in-salford/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for information and witnesses following a road traffic collision in Salford. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:18:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/fifth-arrest-made-following-firearm-discharge-in-urmston/ We were called at around 8. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:17:22 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/update-in-city-centre-firearms-discharge/ It has now been confirmed that the victim is in his 20s and is in a stable condition in hospital, with an injury to a leg that is described as non-life threatening or life-changing. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:20:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-investigating-arson-attack-in-bury-make-another-arrest/ At around 2am on Sunday 18 January 2026, we were called to reports of a fire. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:57:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/six-detained-after-firearms-discharge-in-city-centre/ Officers were called to Richmond Street at around 5am this morning (Saturday 24 January 2026) to reports of a disturbance. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 10:22:48 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/heartfelt-tribute-from-the-family-of-danyaal-mohammed/ At around 12:45am on Sunday 11 January 2025, officers attended a fatal road traffic collision on Wigan Road in Bolton. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:55:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/survivor-says--i-lost-everything-after-she-was-raped-by-a-stranger-who-was-jailed-today/ A man has been jailed for life today (23/01/2026) Manchester Crown Court, with a minimum term of 12 years, after our investigation into a stranger rape last June in Wigan. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:08:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/two-males-arrested-following-investigation-into-high-value-watch-thefts-from-gyms/ Officers from the Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit (TVIU) have arrested two men in connection with a series of high‑value watch thefts targeting gym locker rooms across the UK. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:52:50 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/arrest-made-following-suspected-arson-at-a-property-in-bury-on-sunday-18-january-2026/ At around 2am on Sunday 18 January 2026, we were called to reports of a fire. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:57:07 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/abusive-and-controlling-man-jailed-as-victim-tells-court-i-just-want-my-life-back/ A man has been sentenced to 3 years and 4 weeks in prison following an investigation into a sustained campaign of violence, coercive control and harassment. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:22:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/mark43-welcomes-greater-manchester-mayor-and-senior-gmp-leaders-to-new-uk-headquarters/ Mark43 proudly hosted the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and Deputy Mayor Kate Green with Deputy Chief Constable of GMP, Terry Woods and senior leaders from Greater Manchester Police (GMP) at its new Manchester offices earlier this week. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:38:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/update-on-protests-and-disorder-with-investigation-launched-after-man-stabbed-at-exchange-quay/ We have made four arrests following disorder, and a subsequent protest, in the Wilmslow Road area of Manchester yesterday (Wednesday 22 January). Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:08:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/over-400-arrests-made-over-the-festive-period-as-gmp-cracks-down-on-drink-and-drug-driving/ We have made more than 400 arrests during a December crackdown on drink and drug driving, as officers took part in the national Operation Limit campaign. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:56:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-more-than-30-offences-following-tameside-investigation/ Callum Daniels (14/10/1988) of no fixed abode has been charged with the following offences: 15 counts of vehicle interferences Seven counts of burglary of a property Four counts of burglary Four counts of theft of motor vehicle One counts of making threats with a bladed article Daniels will appear at Tameside Magistrates Court today (Thursday 22 January). Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:33:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/tributes-paid-to-fantastic-person-and-devoted-daughter-who-died-in-bolton-on-monday-19-january/ On Monday 19 January 2026, we were called to reports of a concern for welfare at an address on Kempston Gardens in Bolton, when officers arrived they found a woman unresponsive. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:02:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-murder-of-a-45-year-old-woman-in-bolton/ He has been remanded in custody ahead of a scheduled appearance at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates Court on Thursday 22 January 2026. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:41:22 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/civil-action-being-pursued-as-criminal-investigation-into-filming-of-women-on-nights-out-concludes/ We are exploring civil action in connection with several reports of women being filmed without their consent on nights out in Manchester City Centre, particularly the Deansgate and Peter Street areas. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:16:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/section-34-dispersal-order-issued-following-reports-of-disorder-on-wilmslow-road/ A Section 34 dispersal order was issued yesterday evening (Tuesday 20 January 2026) following reports of disorder on Wilmslow Road. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:43:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/off-duty-chief-inspector-saves-strangers-life-at-greater-manchester-train-station/ On Friday 6 June 2025, the Chief Inspector’s spotted a man on the floor and quickly realised that the situation was a bit more sinister to him than the normal eye. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:28:08 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/his-controlling-and-coercive-behaviour-slowly-took-away-everything--abusive-offender-has-been-jailed/ A man has been jailed following an escalating pattern of abusive, controlling, and coercive behaviour over a period of three years, January 2022 - April 2025. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:19:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/burglar-who-targeted-multiple-homes-in-week-long-crime-spree-jailed-for-28-months/ A man has been jailed for 28 months following a series of burglaries in the Manchester area, which saw everything from a TV to food taken during several incidents. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:07:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/second-arrest-made-in-relation-to-assault-in-bolton-town-centre/ Our investigation into a town centre assault is progressing and we have arrested a second man. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:23:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/salford-neighbourhood-officers-distribute-120-spiking-prevention-kits-to-aid-night-time-economy-safety/ Officers from Irlam and Cadishead’s Neighbourhood Policing Team have distributed more than 120 spiking and testing kits as part of the force’s Winter of Action work. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:11:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/two-further-arrests-made-after-a-shooting-on-higher-road-urmston-last-week/ Following a shooting on Higher Road, Urmston last week (Friday 16 January), our officers across GMP have now made a further two arrests. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:17:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-for-driver-of-taxi-to-come-forward-as-a-witness-following-fatal-collision-on-ardwick-green-south-in-december-2025/ Shortly after midnight on Sunday 7 December 2025, a car was travelling along Ardwick Green South when it collided with a pedestrian who is believed to have been crossing the road. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:05:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-arrest-man-on-suspicion-of-murder-after-death-of-woman-at-bolton-flat/ A murder investigation is underway after the death of a female in Bolton. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:21:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/the-busiest-weekend-in-the-manchester-football-calendar-passes-by-without-incident/ It was one of the busiest weekends in the football calendar in Greater Manchester with both the Manchester derby and Wigan vs Bolton fixtures taking place on Saturday 17 January. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:41:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/arrest-made-as-investigation-into-shooting-in-urmston-continues/ This morning (Monday 19 January 2026), we carried out five simultaneous warrants and arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:06:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/proactive-operation-successfully-prevented-car-cruise-events-following-section-35-dispersal-order/ Over the weekend, Greater Manchester Police identified several potential modified car cruise events planned across the region. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:10:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/police-investigating-after-property-fire-in-bury/ At around 2am this morning (18 January) officers were called to reports of a fire at a property at South Terrace, Bury. Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:47:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/section-35-dispersal-order-in-place-across-all-of-greater-manchester-ahead-of-planned-car-cruise-gatherings/ We are aware of several planned car cruise events taking place across Greater Manchester this weekend, and a force‑wide Section 35 dispersal order is now in place. Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:26:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/enforcement-action-taken-against-drivers-after-traffic-operation-in-bolton/ A total of 23 motorists have been handed points on their driving licence and hit with fines for driving offences during a morning of action in Bolton. Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:20:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-for-information-following-firearms-discharge-on-higher-road-urmston/ We are continuing to investigate the incident in Urmston last night which resulted in a man being treated for a gunshot wound. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:17:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-the-m6-in-wigan/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information and witnesses for further information following a fatal collision earlier this morning. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:28:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/28-year-old-man-handed-22-year-sentence-after-rape-of-a-woman-using-a-firearm-in-heaton-mersey-park-stockport/ Usama Al-Sari (14/08/1997) of Moorton Avenue, Manchester has been sentenced today (16 January) at Manchester Crown Court after pleading guilty to rape, sexual assault, intent to commit a sexual offence, possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, making threat to kill, and possession of a class B controlled drug. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:18:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/five-arrests-made-after-four-drug-related-warrants-carried-out-on-single-stretford-street/ This morning, officers executed four arrest warrants at addresses on Derbyshire Avenue in Stretford, resulting in five arrests. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:50:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/one-year-on-from--shooting-operation-vulcan-has-helped-transform-derker/ Operation Vulcan has helped provide Derker with long-term foundations to thrive while systematically tearing out criminal roots within the community. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:34:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/a-man-charged-with-robbery-following-public-appeal/ A man has been charged after reports of a robbery on Worsley Road North following an investigation led by the Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:12:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-woman-charged-following-thefts-in-manchester-city-centre/ Three women have been charged following an investigation into the theft of a bracelet and similar incidents in Manchester city centre last weekend. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:19:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/greater-manchester-police-and-partners-unite-to-make-football-matches-safer-for-all-supporters/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and several partners across Greater Manchester are taking proactive steps to make football safer, more welcoming and inclusive for all. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:05:40 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-assault-and-strangulation-in-salford/ A man has been charged following reports of an assault in Salford on the Bridgewater Canal towpath in the early hours of Sunday 30 November 2025. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:48:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-several-offences-relating-to-conveying-illicit-items-into-a-prison/ We have charged a 24-year-old man with several offences, following a long-running partnership operation led by our North Manchester Challenger team. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:06:50 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-arrested-following-theft-of-98-year-old-womans-bracelet/ Officers have secured three arrests and are appealing for further information after a 98-year-old woman had her bracelet taken in Manchester. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:11:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-with-11-offences-relating-to-drugs-supply-and-firearms/ Steven Meakin (28/09/2006) of Royal Oak Road, Wythenshawe, has received 11 charges relating to drugs and firearms offences. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:46:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/neighbourhood-team-secures-three-arrests-and-seizes-drugs-and-weapons-in-a-successful-warrant-in-chadderton/ This morning (Thursday 15 January 2026), officers executed an arrest warrant at an address on Brooklands Avenue, Chadderton, resulting in three arrests. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:07:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appealing-for-information-following-an-arson-attack-in-oldham/ On 13 January 2026 at around 10. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:06:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/dangerous-driver-arrested-after-pursuit-leads-to-3500-class-a-drug-seizure-in-wythenshawe/ Officers attempted to stop a black Audi A3 in Newall Green after the vehicle came up showing no insurance. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:05:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/car-thief-jailed-for-three-years-for-vehicle-offences-in-salford/ Shortman pleaded guilty to 12 charges: Four counts of receiving stolen goods Four counts of driving without insurance Four counts of driving whilst disqualified In September 2025, our Programme Challenger team in Salford launched an investigation into a man suspected to be in possession of a firearm. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:52:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-arrested-and-more-than-20k-worth-of-drugs-seized-in-vulcan-warrants/ Three people have been arrested following early morning raids conducted by our Operation Vulcan team. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:41:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-continuing-to-investigate-fatal-collision-in-failsworth/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information following a now-fatal collision between a car and pedestrian on Albert Street West, Failsworth on Wednesday 7 January. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:25:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/operation-venture-make-five-arrests-and-seize-three-off-road-bikes-in-salford/ Officers from GMP’s dedicated knife crime team Operation Venture have continued proactive patrols and intelligence-led work to tackle concerns in the community. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:57:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-arrested-after-swift-police-response-to-burglary-of-elderly-mans-home-in-tameside/ A man has been arrested after police responded to a burglary of an elderly man’s home in just four minutes. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:50:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-linked-to-burglaries-across-greater-manchester-arrested/ An investigation was launched at the end of December after a black moped was taken from an address in Didsbury. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:05:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-after-woman-in-her-70s-robbed-at-bus-stop/ Officers from the Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team are appealing for information following a robbery on Worsley Road North, Walkden, at around 9:20am on 30 December 2025. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:57:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-arrested-and-investigation-ongoing-following-rape-report-in-bolton/ Officers are appealing for information and have secured an arrest following a serious sexual assault in Breightmet, Bolton, earlier this morning (13 January 2026). Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:09:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-charged-following-drugs-warrant-in-oldham/ Stephen Norris (04/12/1987) of Fresca Road, Oldham, has been charged with three counts of offering to supply Class A drugs, being concerned in the production of class A drugs and engaging in sexual activity with a child. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:53:22 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-for-information-following-an-attempted-kidnapping-in-wigan/ Officers from our Criminal Investigation Department are appealing for information following a reported attempted kidnapping on Friday 9 January 2026 between 6:05am-6:20am. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:44:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/multiple-men-charged-as-part-of-winter-of-action-after-reported-domestic-abuse-protection-order-breaches/ In the month of December 2025, we arrested 33 men on suspicion of breaching domestic abuse protection orders (DAPOs) put in place to protect victims. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:54:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/update-on-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-bolton/ Four men tragically died as a result of the collision - the driver of the Seat and two passengers and the driver of the Citroen. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:19:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-wigan-road-bolton/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information and witnesses for further information following a fatal collision in the early hours of Sunday 11 January. Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:13:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/large-scale-drugs-operation-dismantled-following-multi-million-pound-seizure/ On Friday 9 January, officers executed a warrant at Leigh Tenement Farm in Blackrod, Bolton. Sat, 10 Jan 2026 17:14:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-serious-assault-and-criminal-damage-in-woodley-stockport/ Four people have been arrested following an assault at an address in Woodley, in addition to a further incident of criminal damage. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:25:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/former-detective-placed-on-barred-list-following-failed-drugs-test/ We’ve placed a former detective chief inspector on the Barred List after he failed a drugs test. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:15:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-failsworth/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision between a car and pedestrian on Albert Street West, Failsworth on Wednesday 7 January 2026. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:22:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/leigh-man-jailed-for-five-years-for-sexual-assault-against-boy/ Jordan Gouldmartin (28/11/1994) of Ludlow Drive, Leigh, was found guilty by a jury of sexual assault of a boy under the age of 13. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:13:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/one-year-of-dapos-in-wigan-officers-secure-two-charges-for-breaches-of-dapo-requirements/ This week marks the one-year anniversary of Domestic Abuse Protection Orders launching in Wigan and officers have secured two strong charges for breach of DAPO and a breach of positive requirements. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:53:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/relentless-pursuit-of-offenders-sees-reduction-in-high-harm-business-robberies/ In 2025, we saw zero cash-in-transit robberies across the force, following just two offences in 2024. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:55:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-people-charged-with-drug-offences-following-warrants-across-trafford-and-manchester/ Two men and one woman have been charged with the following offences: - Tosif Khan (30. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:13:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/challenger-officers-seize-50k-worth-of-drugs-and-make-five-arrests-in-morning-action/ Officers from our Challenger team executed a series of warrants this morning – securing multiple arrests and seizing thousands of pounds worth of drugs. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:05:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/meet-oldham-town-centres-new-policing-team-tackling-neighbourhood-crime/ Headed up by Sergeant Graham Craven, the team launched last month and an extra six officers will be available to police the streets of Oldham. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:52:37 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/winter-of-action-blitz-sees-750-arrests-as-officers-clamp-down-on-town-centre-and-business-crime-across-festive-period/ GMP's Winter of Action work is continuing to produce results with more than 750 arrests so far as the crime-tackling campaign in town centres continues into 2026. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:05:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/charges-secured-in-relation-to-death-of-four-year-old-girl-in-rusholme/ Carrin Wibier (14/05/1980) of Gateshead Close, Rusholme, has been charged with murder and arson with intent to endanger life. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:30:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/unrelenting-approach-to-tackling-child-sexual-exploitation-to-continue-as-we-enter-a-new-year/ Our dedicated and specialist Child Sexual Exploitation Major Investigation Team (CSE MIT) closed out 2025 with more progress on complex and long-standing investigations. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:32:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-arrested-following-high-speed-pursuit-in-bolton/ Three men have been arrested following a high-speed pursuit in the early hours of Sunday morning (4 January). Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:59:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-jailed-and-given-10-year-sexual-harm-prevention-order/ A man has been jailed at Manchester Crown Court for the sexual abuse of a vulnerable teenage girl between 2016 and 2018. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:25:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/man-jailed-for-33-years-following-investigation-into-years-of-abuse/ A man has been jailed for 33 years after being found guilty of 17 counts of rape, and 14 counts of indecent assault against six children during a two decade-long campaign of abuse in Oldham. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:56:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/charities-and-community-groups-can-bid-for-a-share-of-cash-claimed-back-from-criminals/ Charities and community groups across Greater Manchester can bid for a share of cash claimed back from criminals. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:57:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/two-years-on-operation-luka-succeeding-in-safeguarding-young-people-and-disrupting-exploitation-in-manchester/ More than 200 children have been safeguarded, and multiple suspects have been disrupted in the last two years through proactive policing and partnership working in Manchester. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:04:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/gun-surrender-initiative-aims-to-prevent-crime-and-save-lives/ Since 2023, we have taken 168 firearms off our streets in Greater Manchester as part of Operation Aztec. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:30:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/a-man-has-been-charged-following-a-series-of-incidents-in-wythenshawe-on-friday-2-january2/ A man has been charged following a series of incidents in Wythenshawe on Friday 2 January. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:01:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/family-pay-tribute-to-special-boy-who-had-the-biggest-heart-following-fatal-collision-on-kingsway-on-friday-2-january/ The family of a 16-year-old boy who died following a road traffic collision on Kingsway, Burnage have paid tribute as officers continue to appeal for more information. Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:41:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/officers-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-manchester/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information and witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Manchester. Sun, 04 Jan 2026 12:38:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/update-following-incident-at-royal-bolton-hospital/ Officers are continuing their investigation following an incident at Royal Bolton Hospital yesterday afternoon (Friday 2 January 2026) which left three people with injuries. Sat, 03 Jan 2026 17:20:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/a-man-has-been-charged-after-three-custody-officers-and-staff-were-assaulted-on-new-years-day/ A man has been charged after three custody officers and staff were assaulted on New Years Day Muiz Olatunji (06/11/2000), of no fixed abode, has been charged with: Two counts of section. Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:49:50 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/three-custody-officers-and-staff-have-started-the-year-in-hospital-after-being-assaulted-at-work/ The officers and staff were working on New Year’s Day when they were assaulted as they were processing a man in custody following a suspected breach of security at Manchester Airport. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 16:32:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/trafford-officer-praised-for-helping-vulnerable-girl/ On December 2, PC Jack Doyle attended an incident after emergency services received reports of concerns for a girl heading towards a bridge in Trafford. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:25:17 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2026/january/a-man-has-been-charged-with-murder-following-investigation-into-a-death-in-bury/ Officers investigating the death of a 23-year-old man in Bury on Wednesday 31 December 2025 have charged a man with murder. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:24:55 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-salford/ The driver, a 48-year-old man, collided with a roundabout which the car to veer off the road and he sadly died at the scene. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:58:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-wigan/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision at around 6. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:59:10 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/positive-results-reflect-ongoing-commitment-tameside-neighbourhood-officers-have-to-keeping-community-safe/ This week’s neighbourhood round up highlights the work of our neighbourhood officers in Tameside showcasing how our teams are delivering GMPs Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:14:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/senior-gmp-detective-recognised-in-new-years-honours/ Detective Chief Superintendent Jon Chadwick, GMP’s head of serious crime, is to be awarded the King’s Policing Medal in the 2026 New Year honours. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:13:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/crime-down-and-outcomes-up-in-past-year-as-gmp-strives-for-even-safer-2026/ We’ve been working tirelessly all year round to help reduce crime and keep people safe in communities across Greater Manchester. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:29:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/gmp-officers-and-staff-on-duty-247-all-year-round/ While many of us wind down on Christmas Day, there are people whose work simply cannot stop. Thu, 25 Dec 2025 07:00:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/investigators-appealing-for-information-after-serious-injury-collision-in-bolton/ At around 2. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 14:42:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-charged-with-rape-and-sexual-assault-following-investigation-in-audenshaw/ Officers have charged a 20-year-old man in Tameside with sexual offences against a man in his 30s, following reports of a number of incidents since October. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 14:34:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-has-been-caught-by-police-and-remanded-to-prison-after-evading-arrest-since-october-2023/ Officers from the Salford Intelligence Unit and the Salford Challenger Unit have arrested a man who had been evading police for more than two years. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:41:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/family-pay-tribute-to-teenager-a-month-on-from-her-death/ Madison Richardson   The family of a 13-year-old girl who died last month have paid tribute to their daughter who they describe as  ‘one-of-a-kind’ with a ‘loving character’. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:23:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/the-vulcan-team-have-been-spreading-some-christmas-cheer-in-oldham/ Officers have been delivering Christmas hampers to elderly people, vulnerable residents and families in Derker. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:06:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-sentenced-after-stabbing-security-guard-after-being-refused-into-oldham-bar/ A man has been sentenced after stabbing doorman after being refused entry into an Oldham bar. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/family-of-a-woman-who-lived-life-to-the-full-pay-tribute-to-her-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-on-smithills-dean-road-in-bolton-on-monday-22-december/ Vicki Attenborough (59) suffered fatal injuries after a driver collided with her as she walked down Smithills Dean Road on Monday 22 December at around 7. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:01:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-release-footage-following-arson-attack-in-fresh-appeal-for-information/ Arson Appeal Footage Officers investigating an arson attack in Littleborough in September have released footage and the 999 call from a woman whose car was targeted as they continue to appeal for information. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:17:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/Three-men-convicted-after-CTPNW-investigation-into-antisemitic-terror-plot-in-Greater-Manchester/ Two brothers and another man have been convicted in connection with a foiled terrorist plot intended to target the Jewish community in Greater Manchester. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:01:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/chief-constable-reacts-to-men-being-found-guilty-of-antisemitic-terror-plot-in-greater-manchester/ I must start by thanking the investigation team from Counter Terrorism Policing Northwest and the Crown Prosecution Service for helping to bring these extraordinarily dangerous terrorists to justice. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:51:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/join-the-detectives-making-a-difference-at-gmp/ Do you want to join us in helping solve the most serious crimes in Greater Manchester? If you are a detective transferee, we are recruiting now or contact us at gmpdetectivetransfer@gmp. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:50:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/woman-arrested-after-alleged-antisemitic-comments-at-weekend-protest-in-manchester/ We’ve arrested a woman after alleged antisemitic comments during a speech at a protest in Manchester city centre at the weekend. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:02:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/programme-challenger-wigan-dismantles-amphetamine-lab-rochdale-uncovers-illegal-converted-firearms-operation-and-manchester-drugs-ocg-jailed/ Officers dedicated to Programme Challenger – Greater Manchester’s partnership response to serious and organised crime – are embedded in every district and work tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, exploitation, firearms offences, and money laundering. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:47:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/a-man-who-threatened-a-man-he-met-through-a-dating-app-and-then-stole-his-car-has-been-jailed/ Following an extensive investigation, Willis-Hughes was identified via CCTV and mobile data analysis. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:10:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/greater-manchester-police-make-671-arrests-during-festive-friday-weekend/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has continued its proactive approach to prevent and reduce crime with 671 arrests across the force this past weekend, an increase of almost 15% compared to the same period last year. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:38:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-after-double-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-bolton/ At around 7. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:33:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/five-guilty-following-investigation-into-the-death-of-14-year-old-ibrahima-seck/ A 14 year old boy has been convicted of murdering Ibrahima Seck, while two other boys aged 14 and 17 have been convicted of his manslaughter today (22/12/2025) after a month long trail in Manchester Crown Court. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:05:17 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/a-man-has-been-jailed-for-after-a-series-of-violent-street-robberies/ A man has been jailed for a series of street robberies on men in Manchester city centre. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:27:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-men-jailed-following-investigation-into-series-of-porsche-thefts-valued-up-to-1-million/ Ceponis (L) and Sadauskas (R). Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:05:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/appeal-following-a-collision-between-a-motorbike-and-child-pedestrian-in-denton/ We are appealing to locate the driver of a motorbike, following a collision with a child pedestrian on Circular Road, Denton just before 6pm yesterday evening (20 December 2025). Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:32:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/protecting-children-in-gm-child-protection-investigation-units-ongoing-commitment-to-community-safety/ Rochdale’s Child Protection Investigation Unit (CPIU) is a specialist team dedicated to safeguarding children and bringing offenders to justice. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:45:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/19-arrests-so-far-as-gmp-continues-winter-crime-blitz-ahead-of-busy-weekend/ GMP have continued its Winter crime blitz across City of Manchester as teams tackle issues that people want us to act on including retail crime, anti-social behaviour, violence against women and girls, and the night-time economy. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:49:04 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/three-more-men-have-been-charged-in-relation-to-a-stabbing-on-cecil-street-in-bury/ Officers have secured charges for three more people in relation to a stabbing in Bury. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:06:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/operation-limit-over-900-stops-and-100-arrests-made-at-the-halfway-point/ We have carried out over 900 stops and made over 100 arrests for drink and drug driving since the start of Operation Limit on 1 December. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/three-men-from-tameside-handed-lengthy-prison-sentences-for-series-of-robberies/ Three men from Tameside have been handed lengthy prison sentences after committing a series of robberies. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:26:15 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-crash-in-oldham/ The driver of a Peugeot Expert was making their way to the exit of the Asda car park when they struck a woman making her way back to her vehicle. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 07:30:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/update-regarding-acu-investigation-into-abnormal-key-stroke-behaviour/ Four police staff members have been dismissed and added to the policing barred list as part of our Anti-Corruption Unit’s proactive investigation into abnormal key stroke behaviour – or ‘key jamming’ – on GMP-issued devices. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:01:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/home-office-pilot-continues-to-protect-hundreds-of-victims-and-survivors-in-gm/ Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) have now been live for one year across GM, launching in eight districts, with just Oldham and Salford left to join in the new year. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:16:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/three-people-charged-and-three-more-arrested-as-officers-continue-to-investigate-stabbing-in-bury/ Kain Corrigan (18/11/2002) of Racecourse Walk, Radcliffe and Kyle Corrigan (18/11/2002) of St Johns Court, Radcliffe have both been charged with violent disorder. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:21:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-arrested-in-early-morning-warrants-in-royton-and-middleton/ Very early this morning (Thursday 18 December 2025), officers from our Challenger unit, alongside our Tactical Aid Unit (TAU) conducted four warrants across Royton as part of an investigation into a suspected organised crime group (OCG) suspected to be distributing class A substances across the Oldham area. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:54:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/joint-operation-targets-contraband-and-criminal-networks-in-greater-manchester-prisons/ The operation focused on tackling the supply of drugs and other contraband entering prisons through various means, including throwovers and drone drops. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:29:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-running-county-lines-drug-operation/ Joyce was identified as operating a county lines drugs network supplying class A drugs across Greater Manchester. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:04:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/gmp-hits-a-huge-milestone-by-taking-their-500000th-livechat/ Over the weekend, LiveChat hit a huge milestone, with GMP's control room taking its 500,000th LiveChat submission since the feature began in 2017. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:17:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/five-arrests-made-in-oldham-as-part-of-operation-vulcan-drugs-investigation/ Five people were arrested across Oldham this morning as part of the wider Operation Vulcan work tackling drugs supply and criminality in the Derker area. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:56:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/more-than-150-cannabis-plants-seized-by-wigan-neighbourhood-policing-team/ Officers seized 156 cannabis plants and five vacuum packed packages of dried cannabis. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:25:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/joint-statement-from-the-commissioner-of-the-metropolitan-police-and-the-chief-constable-of-greater-manchester-police/ We begin by acknowledging the horrific terrorist attack in Australia, where Jews were deliberately targeted whilst enjoying the Hanukkah celebrations. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:25:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeals-for-information-after-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-timperley/ At around 9:32am yesterday (Monday 15 September 2025), we were called to reports of a collision on Moss Lane at the junction of the A560. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:20:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-charged-following-an-assault-at-wythenshawe-hospital/ A man has been charged following an assault that happened at Wythenshawe Hospital on Thursday 11 December. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:01:03 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/appeal-for-information-after-man-is-seriously-injured-in-collision-in-trafford/ Officers are appealing for information after a man sustained serious injuries in a collision in Trafford. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:41:11 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/investigation-which-successfully-dismantled-organised-crime-group-recognised-for-good-work/ Operation Kilowatt commenced in May 2024, following several leads suggesting a sophisticated organised crime group (OCG) was operating in the north Manchester and Tameside areas, which was inherited by the brother of Thomas Campbell who was murdered in 2022. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:57:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/the-student-officer-chief-constable-award-2025-goes-to-katie-struttman/ Katie Struttman has been awarded the Student Officer Chief Constable Award 2025! Katie, 38, and a proud mum of three, currently works within the Domestic Abuse Team (DAT) in Stockport, but her GMP journey began long before this. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:39:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-step-up-patrols-to-reassure-our-communities-across-events-in-the-coming-days/ We are aware of the recent attack targeting the Jewish community on Bondi Beach, Australia, and understand the concerns this may cause locally, and for those attending Hanukkah celebrations in the coming days. Sun, 14 Dec 2025 14:42:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-an-incident-in-manchester-city-centre-early-this-morning/ Shortly after 5am we were called to reports of a disturbance on South King Street, in Manchester city centre. Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:54:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/71-dogs-and-puppies-rehomed-following-concerns-of-illicit-puppy-sales/ Officers have been working tirelessly alongside RSPCA to rehome 71 dogs and puppies which were seized from two properties in Bury. Sat, 13 Dec 2025 12:17:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/brinnington-neighbourhood-operation-makes-its-mark-with-crime-smashing-results/ A proactive Neighbourhood deployment to the Brinnington area of Stockport throughout November has concluded with a range of positive results. Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-more-people-arrested-as-officers-step-up-patrols-in-oldham-town-centre/ It brings the total number of people arrested up to seven. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:01:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/six-jailed-for-44-years-and-eight-months-after-gmp-dismantle-seven-figure-organised-crime-gang-with-head-of-the-operation-outstanding/ The head of the organisation, Thomas Hunt (26/05/1977) of Bonny Brow Street, Middleton, who is thought to be the mastermind behind running Class A and B drugs throughout the city-region and the country, remains at large and is actively being sought for arrest by Greater Manchester Police. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:46:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/1m-cannabis-farm-seized-and-dismantled-by-local-heywood-policing-team/ Heywood Neighbourhood officers seized an estimated million-pounds worth of cannabis during a warrant executed earlier this morning (12 December). Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:33:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/deputy-chief-constable-promises-anticorruption-unit-will-continue-to-investigate-unfit-officers/ Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods promised the work to ‘root and boot’ unfit officers from Greater Manchester Police would continue. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:34:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/ongoing-stockport-neighbourhood-operation-secures-five-arrests-as-action-takes-festive-focus/ Stockport’s Neighbourhood Policing Team are turning their attention to our ongoing Winter of Action campaign, and an ongoing town centre operation is oven-ready to take on the festive period. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:48:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/proactive-anti-corruption-approach-reinforces-gmp-commitment-to-rooting-out-unfit-officers-and-staff/ Our unit dedicated to rooting out unfit officers and staff not fit to serve are leading an ongoing investigation into non‑legitimate police contact with sex workers, as part of proactive work by our Anti‑Corruption Unit to identify and address behaviour that falls short of the standards expected of policing. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:10:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/four-people-arrested-following-reports-of-people-with-a-crossbow-threatening-drivers-in-wigan/ Three men in their 20s and a woman aged 22 have been arrested on suspicious of possessing an offensive weapon. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:20:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/a-man-has-been-charged-following-an-investigation-into-a-series-of-burglaries-across-oldham-and-tameside/ A man has been charged following an investigation into a series of burglaries across Oldham and Tameside. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:55:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-are-appealing-for-information-about-a-serious-sexual-assault-of-a-teenage-girl-in-nurthurst-park-new-moston/ Officers are appealing for information regarding a serious sexual assault of a teenage girl, that took place at around 1. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:31:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/section-35-dispersal-order-and-section-60-stop--search-powers-in-place-following-disorder-in-oldham-town-centre/ We have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order and additional Section 60 stop and search powers in Oldham Town Centre following repeat incidents of disorder between groups of youths. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:38:40 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/from-patrol-to-the-north-pole-officers-help-santa-spread-joy-at-tameside-hospital/ But all was not lost, because when Santa needed a helping hand, our Neighbourhood Policing Team were ready to save the day! With gifts waiting to be delivered to some of the bravest children in our community, our officers sprang into action, using their quick thinking, ensuring Santa didn’t miss his important appointment. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:53:17 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-charged-with-rape-of-two-teenage-girls-in-bolton-over-weekend/ We’ve charged a 28-year-old man with the rape of two teenage girls in Bolton over the weekend. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:30:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/three-years-of-operation-venture---958-arrests-284-weapons-recovered-and-removed-and-419-vehicle-seizures/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is marking a significant milestone as the dedicated knife crime team Operation Venture marks three years of proactive patrols and intelligence-led work in the community. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:29:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-sciu-is-appealing-for-further-information-following-a-fatal-collision-in-diggle/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for further information following a fatal collision this morning (Monday 8 December) on Huddersfield Road, Diggle. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:40:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/family-pay-tribute-to-gentleman-with-a-big-heart-after-oldham-murder-charge/ The family of a man who died following an altercation in Oldham on Saturday 6 December have paid tribute to him. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:25:08 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/survivors-of-non-recent-child-sexual-abuse-in-bury-speak-of-their-ordeal/ Following the sentencings of Manzorr Hussain and Imtiaz Ali, two survivors of non-recent child sexual exploitation have spoken of their ordeal. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:04:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-paedophiles-jailed-for-non-recent-child-sexual-exploitation-of-five-victims-in-bury/ Two paedophiles have today (Monday 8 December 2025) been jailed at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court for the systematic grooming and sexual abuse of vulnerable teenage girls in Bury during the late 1990s. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:04:04 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/Domestic-abuse-survivor-praises-indefinite-Protection-Order-secured-by-GMP/ A survivor of domestic abuse has waived her anonymity to talk about the indefinite Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) imposed on her former partner. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:14:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/operation-capri-scoops-top-prize-for-reactive-investigation-at-chief-constables-awards-2025/ An extensive investigation that took place in Manchester city centre and began in January 2024 were crowned the Chief Constable’s Reactive Investigation of the Year at the annual awards night earlier this month. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:59:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/a-man-has-been-arrested-and-a-murder-investigation-launched-following-the-death-of-a-man-in-oldham/ At around 7. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 07:15:07 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/appeal-for-information-after-man-dies-in-collision-in-manchester/ Officers are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Manchester this morning (7 December). Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:06:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-men-arrested-following-reports-of-firearms-discharge-in-salford/ Officers investigating a firearms discharge in Salford earlier this week have secured two arrests. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:57:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/family-pay-tribute-to-much-loved-woman-following-her-death-in-salford-collision/ The family of a woman who died following a collision in the Little Hulton area last week have paid tribute to her. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:30:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/extra-resources-in-place-to-protect-women-and-girls-in-manchester-city-centre-this-winter/ We’re working to make Manchester’s vibrant nightlife safer through our dedicated initiative to protect women and girls in the night-time economy. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:45:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/patrol-plan-in-place-following-large-scale-disturbance-in-oldham-town-centre2/ There will be extra officers out and about in Oldham this weekend after large-scale disorder occurred in the town centre. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:15:10 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/economic-crime-team-helps-recover-1.2m-of-fraud-victims-money/ Our economic crime team has helped fraud victims in Greater Manchester recover more than £1m lost to scams. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:45:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/tributes-paid-to-much-loved-dad-who-died-in-manchester-collision/ The family of a man who died following a collision on Rochdale Road, Manchester, have paid tribute as officers continue to appeal for more information. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:57:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/greater-manchester-police-selected-as-part-of-violence-reduction-pilot-to-tackle-knife-crime/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has been selected for a new pilot focused on reducing serious violence, specifically knife crime, in Manchester City Centre, targeting key hotspots across the city centre. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:08:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/update-from-ctpnw-man-charged-following-terrorism-arrest-by-manchester-synagogue-detectives/ Mohammad Asim Bashir (18/09/1994) of Shaftesbury Road, Cheetham Hill was arrested on 27 November at Manchester Airport. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:31:25 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-men-charged-after-committing-21-burglaries-and-attempting-eight-more-in-wigan/ Two men have been charged with a series of theft offences in Wigan. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:43:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appealing-for-information-following-two-targeted-arson-attacks-in-oldham/ Detectives are investigating two suspected arson attacks in Oldham from earlier this week On Tuesday 2 December at around 10:10pm, it is believed two men wearing dark clothing and balaclavas, drove to a property on Warren Lane in a red vehicle, poured petrol on the victim's vehicle and set it alight. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:15:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appeal-for-information-after-man-stabbed-in-rochdale/ A man in his 20s was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:26:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-charged-following-reports-of-cars-being-attacked-with-a-shovel-on-ashton-old-road/ On Monday 1 December, officers responded to reports of a disturbance on Ashton Old Road, Manchester, at around 3:30pm. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:35:24 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-woman-falling-into-the-river-irwell/ At around 6:30am this morning (3 December), we were called to a concern for welfare where a woman was reported on the wrong side of the bridge at Burrs Country Park, Bury and subsequently fell into the River Irwell. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:47:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-collision-on-rochdale-road/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for further information following a fatal collision yesterday evening (Tuesday 2 December) on Rochdale Road, Manchester Officers responded to the incident at around 8:45pm, where an e-bike was travelling down the road and collided with two pedestrians. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:33:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/winter-operation-underway-across-greater-manchester-as-gmp-backs-home-office-crime-blitz/ A Winter crime blitz is underway in Greater Manchester as teams across the force come together to support a Home Office-led campaign. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/rape-arrest-after-reported-incident-in-manchester-city-centre/ We’ve arrested a man suspected of a reported rape in Manchester city centre over the weekend. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:26:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/drugs-gang-jailed-for-almost-50-years-for-supplying-drugs-across-the-north-west/ Four members of drugs gang running a ‘sophisticated drugs operation’ have been jailed for a total of almost 50 years for conspiring to supply drugs across the north west. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:36:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/two-men-have-been-arrested-following-reports-of-a-burglary-and-10-minute-vehicle-pursuit/ At around 10:35am on 1 December, neighbours reported hearing a smash and saw three men wearing balaclavas enter a property in Oldham. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:53:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/from-manhunts-to-medals-critical-wanted-unit-scoop-top-prize-at-this-years-chief-constables-awards/ The eight-strong team of specialist officer’s objective is to locate and arrest the most dangerous offenders from across the city-region. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:46:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-are-seeking-information-following-a-knife-point-robbery-in-piccadilly-gardens/ The incident occurred on Wednesday 15 October 2025 between 11:20-11:30pm. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:22:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/man-charged-following-serious-incident-in-altrincham-town-centre/ A man has been charged in relation to the incident in Altrincham town centre on Sunday 30 November. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:59:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/buy-now-pay-later--public-warned-of-the-risks-of-buying-cannabis-online/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has launched the ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ campaign in Salford, to tackle people purchasing cannabis online from abroad by raising awareness of the risks and consequences of this crime. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:09:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/jailed-former-detective-ordered-to-pay-back-75000-of-criminal-gains/ A former GMP detective jailed after an investigation by our Anti-Corruption Unit has now been ordered to pay back £75,000. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:23:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/former-senior-police-officer-barred-from-policing-after-sending-unsolicited-texts-and-photos-to-female-colleague/ A now-retired senior police officer would have been sacked for sending unsolicited texts and photos to a female officer over an eight-month period. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:19:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-secure-longest-sentence-for-dapo-breach-as-gmp-crack-down-on-domestic-abuse/ Tackling domestic abuse remains one of the force's utmost priorities and recent initiatives introduced across the districts have delivered measurable improvements in both victim support and offender management. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:51:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/cannabis-farm-worth-more-than-2-million-seized-by-officers-in-tameside/ Following extensive intelligence gathering, supported by thermal imaging footage from a police drone, officers struck at 7am and located the grow, which was housing thousands of plants. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:45:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/officers-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-on-ashton-road-hyde/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision between a car and pedestrian on Ashton Road, Hyde on Saturday 29 November. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:22:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/appeal-for-information-after-shopworker-threatened-in-oldham/ Officers are appealing for information after a shop worker was threatened in the Failsworth area earlier this year. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:44:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/tameside-man-jailed-for-grooming-and-sexually-assaulting-teenage-girls-using-fake-online-profile/ A paedophile who used fake online profiles to groom and sexually assault teenage girls has been jailed for 10 years, with an additional three years on license. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:41:13 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/december/operation-limit-launches-across-greater-manchester-tackling-drink-and-drug-driving-this-festive-season/ Today (1 December 2025), Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is joining forces nationwide in Operation Limit, a national campaign running from 1 December to 1 January, aimed at reducing deaths and serious injuries caused by drink and drug driving. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:32:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-a-serious-incident-in-altrincham-town-centre/ Shortly after 3:20am on Sunday 30 November 2025, we were called to reports of a disturbance on Railway Street in Altrincham town centre. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:13:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-are-currently-responding-to-a-serious-incident-in-altrincham-town-centre/ Officers are currently responding to a serious incident in Altrincham town centre. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:56:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/over-350-knives-surrendered-during-sceptre-knife-crime-intensification-week/ Greater Manchester Police has seen 368 knives surrendered into amnesty bins across the force as it looks to continue commitment to tackling knife crime during Sceptre. Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:25:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/criminal-who-fled-to-spain-to-avoid-arrest-is-jailed-for-more-than-seven-years/ At the centre of the investigation was the use of encrypted mobile phones, which falls under Operation Venetic, the National Crime Agency (NCA) led operation which disrupted the encrypted communication system, Encrochat, used by organised criminal networks. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:53:26 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-after-reports-of-sexual-assault-in-wigan/ Officers are appealing for help in investigating an allegation that a sexual offence took place in Wigan. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:25:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/tributes-paid-to-much-loved-brother-uncle-husband-and-friend-who-sadly-died-in-manchester-collision/ The family and friends of a man who died following a collision on Upper Brook Street, Manchester, have paid tribute as officers continue to appeal for more information. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:10:04 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/winner-of-the-chief-constable-bravery-award-2025-wigans-police-sergeant-carl-beck/ Police Sergeant Carl Beck has been recognised for his courage at the Chief Constables Awards, winning the award in the ‘Bravery’ category. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-collision-in-salford/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision at around 11:14am on Thursday 27 November 2025 on Manchester Road West in Little Hulton. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 07:30:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/pd-jax-retires-after-multiple-arrests-and-eight-years-of-service-to-gmp/ Recently, Police Dog Jax retired from active service after eight years with Greater Manchester Police. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:05:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-track-e-bike-with-ten-year-old-passenger-and-end-up-seized-crack-and-heroin-wraps/ Officers proactively deployed in the Harpurhey area located just under 100 wraps of crack and heroin after spotting a ten-year-old boy on the front of an e-bike. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:45:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/a-man-has-been-arrested-by-detectives-investigating-the-terrorist-attack-at-the-heaton-park-hebrew-congregation-synagogue/ A man has been arrested by detectives investigating the terrorist attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:17:19 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/male-charged-with-section-18.-assault-in-relation-to-timperley-incident/ A male has been charged in relation to the assault of a 12-year-old boy in Timperley on Friday 21 November 2025. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:04:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/watch-dealer-jailed-for-defrauding-victims-out-of-more-than-1m/ A watch dealer who defrauded his victims out of more than £1m has been jailed for just over five years. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:03:03 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/arrest-made-after-12-year-old-boy-assaulted-in-timperley/ An arrest has been made after a 12-year-old boy was assaulted in Timperley on Friday 21 November 2025. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:22:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/bolton-man-jailed-for-for-rape-and-assault-of-vulnerable-woman/ A man who subjected a vulnerable woman to a violent sexual attack and refused her medical help has been jailed for 14 years. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:13:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/over-500-domestic-abuse-protection-orders-secured-as-pilot-reaches-12-month-mark-in-gm/ Last November (2024), we introduced Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs), a joint Home Office and Ministry of Justice led pilot, with the aim of protecting more victims and survivors of abuse in Greater Manchester. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:49:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-officer-nominated-for-bravery-award-after-armed-robbery-response/ We responded to a report of serious armed robbery in Oldham, where a male suspect entered a local shop armed with a large kitchen knife and demanded cigarettes. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:28:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/brinnington-neighbourhood-intensification-operation-sees-multiple-arrests-and-seizures/ A crime-smashing neighbourhood policing operation is underway in Brinnington as local teams work to disrupt illegal activity, arrest criminals, and take action where the public wants. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:05:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/mark43-appointed-to-supply-gmps-records-management-system/ A formal decision has now been reached to appoint Mark43 to supply GMP’s records management system (RMS). Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:56:44 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-serious-injury-collision-in-moss-side/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision at around 7:20pm on Friday 21 November on Lloyd Street in Moss Side. Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:54:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/live-facial-recognition-technology-has-resulted-in-several-arrests-in-piccadilly-gardens/ Our latest deployments of Live Facial Recognition technology has resulted in several arrests, including one man wanted for five years and another on suspicion of firearms offences. Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:42:21 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-in-urmston/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal collision at around 1:15am on Sunday 23 November on Church Road, Urmston. Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:57:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-more-information-following-a-fire-in-wigan/ At around 10:30pm last night (Saturday 22 November), we were called to reports of a fire on King Street, Wigan, alongside colleagues from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS). Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:38:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-collision-in-heywood/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision at around 5:40pm on Thursday 20 November. Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:08:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/friends-of-freehold---inspector-gets-invited-to-broadfield-park-primary-school3/ For the past two years, Broadfield Park Primary School has worked closely with the local Neighbourhood Policing Team to discuss crime, safety, and ways to make Freehold a safer place to live. This initiative, called Friends of Freehold, forms part of Operation Affect. Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:05:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/operation-avro-returns-to-the-city-of-manchester/ Among the festive buzz in the city centre, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers have once again descended across Manchester as part of forcewide initiative, Operation AVRO. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:20:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/more-than-1100-stores-visited-and-99-arrests-made-during-retail-week-of-action/ Officers visited more than 1,100 stores and made 99 arrests as part of our commitment to a national retail crime week of action. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:08:09 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-continuing-to-appeal-for-information-following-now-fatal-collision-in-manchester/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information following a serious collision on Upper Brook Street, Manchester last month. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:27:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-jailed-for-over-eight-years-for-burglary-offences-in-ancoats-and-denton/ A man has been sentenced to eight years and five months following an investigation into a burglary and attempt burglary in Ancoats and Denton. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:24:37 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/greater-manchester-prepares-for-one-of-the-busiest-weekends-of-the-year-at-the-christmas-markets/ We’re expecting one of our busiest weekends since the Christmas Markets opened earlier this month. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:30:03 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-rescue-man-from-a-burning-tent/ At approximately 12:02 am this morning (21 November 2025), a tent was deliberately set on fire while a man was sleeping inside on Cross Street, Manchester. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:48:07 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/busy-few-months-for-manchester-north-officers-tackling-neighbourhood-crime/ This week’s round up highlights the work of our neighbourhood officers in North Manchester, showcasing how our teams are delivering GMPs Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:08:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/early-morning-arrests-made-in-relation-to-ongoing-fraud-by-false-representation-case/ In the early hours of this morning (Thursday 20 November 2025), our officers executed a warrant on Morland Road in Sheffield. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:20:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-six-domestic-violence-offences-including-controlling-and-coercive-behaviour/ A man has been jailed following a campaign of controlling behaviour and abuse against a woman between 2018 and 2024. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:25:55 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/one-year-on-officers-secure-50000-reward-as-they-continue-to-appeal-for-information-in-relation-to-baby-ava/ This reward, provided by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, will be given in respect of information leading to the identity of Baby Ava and the circumstances around how she came to be in Ashtons Field. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:33:05 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/roads-policing-unit-appeal-for-information-following-a-collision-on-bramhall-moor-lane-stockport/ Officers from our Roads Policing Unit (RPU) are appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision on Friday 7 November At around 7:45pm, officers responded to reports of a collision on Bramhall Moor Lane, Stockport, off Grenville Road, where an elderly man and woman had been struck by a vehicle. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:28:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/appeal-after-90-year-old-woman-has-her-bag-taken-in-bolton/   Officers are appealing for information after a woman’s bag was taken from a restaurant in the Bolton area. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:55:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/three-people-charged-following-investigation-into-oldham-shooting/ Three people have been charged following an investigation into firearm discharge incident at a business on Minton Street in Oldham in April 2024. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:31:55 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-targets-uninsured-drivers-as-manchester-ranks-among-uks-top-10-problem-areas2/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) joined forces with a national road safety initiative on Tuesday 11 November, to crack down on uninsured drivers across the region. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:04:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/bury-neighbourhood-officers-tackle-retail-crime-as-part-of-safer-business-action-week/ Bury’s Neighbourhood Officers were out and about in the borough last week as part of the Safer Business Action Week and their recently launched Operation Deprive. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:46:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/dedicated-knife-crime-team-sees-272-arrests-225k-cash-178-vehicles-and-91-weapons-seized-in-2025-as-sceptre-launches/ Since the beginning of the year, Greater Manchester Police (GMP)’s dedicated knife crime team Operation Venture have made 272 arrests, seized 91 weapons, conducted 22 disruption visits, seized 178 vehicles, and seized over £225K. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:22:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-officers-and-staff-recognised-at-chiefs-annual-awards/ A number of police officers and staff have been recognised for their contributions to Greater Manchester Police and the communities they serve, both on the front line and behind the scenes. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:57:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-between-the-m60-and-m66/ We are investigating an incident after a pedestrian died following a collision on the junction between the M60 and M66 last night (16/11/2025). Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:41:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/victim-of-coercive-control-and-sexual-abuse-bravely-waives-her-anonymity-and-speaks-out-as-former-partner-jailed-for-19-years/ A man who subjected his partner to months of coercive control and sexual abuse has been sentenced to 19 years in prison with an additional five years on license following release. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:20:12 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/black-friday-fraud-experts-on-hand-to-guide-people-through-busy-shopping-season/ Our fraud specialist are holding events across Greater Manchester to warn of the dangers of the busiest online shopping period of the year. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:04:49 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/s34-dispersal-order-in-place-in-bolton-town-centre-to-respond-to-asb/ A S34 dispersal order is in place in Bolton Town Centre (within the red boundary) after a number of reports of anti-social behaviour and criminality involving a group of up to 60 individuals, in and around the Market Place area. Sat, 15 Nov 2025 20:20:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/three-arrested-with-seizures-of-cash-drugs-and-weapons-after-a-proactive-stop-in-stockport/ Cash, drugs and weapons have been recovered by our Op Venture team following a proactive vehicle pursuit and stop and search in Stockport town centre yesterday (Friday 14 November 2025). Sat, 15 Nov 2025 15:22:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-sentenced-to-16-years-following-the-death-of-a-man-at-a-new-year-party-in-rochdale/ Today (Friday 14 November 2025), Hassan Suliman (20/05/1994) of Rothesay Terrace, Rochdale, has received a 16-year sentence at Manchester Crown Court, after previously being found guilty of the manslaughter of Alberto Ursu following a house party in Rochdale for New Year. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:02:32 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-arrests-secured-and-over-400-plants-seized-following-warrants-in-rochdale-town-centre/ Officers from our Rochdale Challenger Unit, which targets organised crime across the borough, were supported by district tasking teams and neighbourhood teams to execute a warrant in Rochdale Town Centre early this morning (Friday 14 November). Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:50:59 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/op-vulcan--continues-with-vital-engagement-in-derker-while-still-cracking-down-on-crime/ Officers from Operation Vulcan have been busy engaging with the Derker community in recent weeks – while continuing to secure arrests with sustained action against criminals. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:30:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-have-secured-a-charge-of-attempted-murder-following-an-incident-in-salford/ Taylor Smyth 21/03/2000 of Summerville Road, has been charged with attempted murder and he will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today (Friday 14 November). Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:56:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/investigating-what-matters-officers-in-oldham-crack-down-on-neighbourhood-crime/ This week’s round-up highlights the work of our neighbourhood officers in Oldham, showcasing how our teams are delivering GMP’s Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:52:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/sex-offender-from-miles-platting-jailed-for-nine-years-and-eight-months-for-35-offences-involving-messaging-young-girls/ On Thursday 13 November 2025 at Manchester Crown Court, William Howarth (28/07/2002), of Miles Platting, was sentenced to nine years and eight months in prison with a further six years on licence, at Manchester Crown Court. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:37:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/economic-crime-officers-donated-hundreds-of-pairs-of-trainers-to-charity/ Our Economic and Cyber Crime Unit has donated hundreds of pairs of trainers to charity. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:50:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-seizes-over-1-million-in-criminal-assets-in-operation-tackling-organised-criminality-behind-cash-rich-businesses/officers-from-our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-sciu-are-appealing-for-witnesses-and-information-following-a-collision-in-salford/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for witnesses and information following a collision between a car and a pedestrian on Cheltenham Crescent, Salford. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:02:10 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-people-convicted-of-manslaughter-following-brutal-attack-on-man-in-2023/ Two people have been convicted and sentenced for manslaughter of a man following a brutal assault in 2023. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:01:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-tests-hundreds-of-drivers-eyesight-to-keep-roads-safe-this-winter2/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP) joined the nationwide National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) initiative to improve road safety during the darker autumn and winter evenings. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:33:08 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/thousands-of-arrests-and-increased-positive-outcomes-as-shoplifters-targeted/ Officers made thousands of shoplifting arrests in the year-period until the end of summer, which is coupled with an increase in solved outcomes. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:20:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-seizes-over-1-million-in-criminal-assets-in-operation-tackling-organised-criminality-behind-cash-rich-businesses/ Throughout October 2025 Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers, alongside partner agencies, conducted visits to cash rich businesses on local high streets across Greater Manchester as part of a national intensification led by the National Crime Agency (NCA) called Operation Machinize. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:21:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/more-than-500-mobile-phones-have-been-crushed-after-being-seized-from-prisoners-at-hmp-manchester/ Removing these phones from individuals behind the prison walls comes as part of our ongoing work in removing contraband that enables criminal networks to continue operating from the inside. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:54:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/suspected-shoplifter-arrested---seconds-following-her-scheduled-release-from-prison/ Officers from Bury’s Neighbourhood Team investigating a theft secured the arrest of a woman today – just seconds following her scheduled release from prison. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:06:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/drugs-and-dangerous-weapons-seized-in-rochdale-warrant/ At 10. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:01:36 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-information-following-a-stabbing-in-cheetham-hill/ We were called to reports of a stabbing on Woodlands Road, Cheetham Hill, at around 4:10pm this afternoon (11/11/25). Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:06:07 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/wigan-introduce-safer-knife-replacement-scheme-to-tackle-knife-related-domestic-abuse-incidents/ Today (Tuesday 11 November), Wigan’s District Safeguarding Team, in conjunction with the Community Safety Partnership (CSP), have launched a new safety initiative, the Safer Knife Replacement Scheme (SKRS), to help prevent domestic abuse incidents involving knives and make homes safer for victims and their families. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:01:40 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appeal-for-witnesses-following-a-stabbing-in-longsight/ We were called to reports of a stabbing on Dickenson Road, Longsight, at around 9. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:42:39 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/festive-initiative-targets-crime-and-anti-social-behaviour/ GMP launches festive initiative to help combat crime and anti-social behaviour to keep people safe Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:20:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gmp-supporting-retail-crime-blitz-as-part-of-safer-business-action-week/ GMP is supporting this year’s Safer Business Action Week, which will see a targeted focus on tackling retail crime and shoplifters across our districts. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:08:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-jailed-for-30-years-after-setting-fire-to-victims-house-whilst-she-slept/ Martin was found guilty of attempt murder and assault occasioning actual bodily harm at a trial at the same court on Wednesday 10 September. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:36:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/investigators-seek-information-after-man-exposed-himself-in-stockport/ We are investigating an incident where a man was exposing himself at around 10:40pm on Thursday 6 November 2025 on Beacon Way, Stockport. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:29:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-seeking-to-identify-a-person-involved-in-an-assault-in-manchester-city-centre/ Officers are appealing for information to identify a person involved in an assault in Manchester city centre. Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:50:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/security-guard-jailed-for-rape-and-sexual-assault-of-woman/ Shazad Mughal (13/11/1977) of Tansley Road, Crumpsall was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison on Friday 7 November 2025 after being found guilty of one count of rape and one count of sexual assault by penetration. Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:55:22 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-care-workers-have-been-charged-following-investigation-into-patient-treatment-at-the-edenfield-centre/ We have secured charges against a support worker and a nurse who had been employed at The Edenfield Centre in Prestwich, following an investigation which was launched back in 2022. Sun, 09 Nov 2025 11:57:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/patrols-stepped-up-in-stockport-following-several-reports-of-anti-social-behaviour/ Officers had numerous reports of objects being thrown over the side of Brinnington Road onto the M60 resulting in damage to vehicles and danger to road users. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 15:34:29 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-charged-after-making-threats-to-kill-in-tyldesley/ Clifton Webber (14/08/1986) of Brynorme Road, Crumpsall, has been charged with the following counts:  - Threats to kill- Two counts of assault by beating- Two counts of criminal damage- Aggravated vehicle taking - Driving without insurance- Driving without a license He has been remanded into custody to next appear at Tameside Magistrates Court on 06/01/2026. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 15:25:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/investigators-appeal-for-information-after-assault-in-cheetham-hill/ The incident occurred on Galsworthy Avenue at around 2:10pm yesterday (Friday 7 November 2025). Sat, 08 Nov 2025 14:45:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-more-arrests-and-a-missing-person-found-thanks-to-live-facial-recognition-technology-in-manchester-city-centre/ We arrested a registered sex offender using Live Facial Recognition technology in Manchester city centre. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 14:17:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-people-charged-with-assault-in-relation-to-manchester-city-centre-incident/ Simon Starrs (26/03/1988) of no fixed abode and Lucy Sheriff (11/04/1991) also of no fixed abode, have been charged with assault and will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court this morning (Saturday 8 November 2025). Sat, 08 Nov 2025 11:02:41 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/north-manchester-drugs-gang-that-supplied-millions-in-cocaine-sentenced-after-lead-member-observed-burying-packages/ In 2024, following several leads, detectives launched a covert investigation with support from surveillance and phone work technology to identify the offenders and gather enough evidence so that they could take down the drugs line. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 09:59:37 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/three-men-handed-a-total-of-28-years-for-supplying-cocaine-across-bolton-and-bury/ GMP Bolton Challenger Team conducted proactive investigative work into the supply of cocaine within the Bolton and Bury areas of Greater Manchester which led to an investigation being launched in November 2023. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:16:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-sentenced-to-20-years-after-two-womens-brave-reports-lead-to-conviction/ Charles Liburd (27/07/1961) of Quarry Road, Maidstone, Kent, has been sentenced today at Manchester Square Crown Court after being found guilty of 11 counts, including indecent assault and sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 years. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:44:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/appeal-for-information-regarding-a-serious-collision/ Officers are appealing for information following a serious collision at 8. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:43:00 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-arrested-in-trafford-after-concealing-machete-and-class-a-drugs/ BWV ARREST A man has been arrested in Trafford after officers spotted two males in balaclavas riding surron bikes around the Kings Road area. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:23:56 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/chief-supports-arrest-of-suspected-shoplifter-after-foot-chase-in-bury/ The Chief Constable assisted with the arrest of a suspected shoplifter in Bury on Thursday afternoon. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:52:27 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/extra-powers-in-place-in-manchester-city-centre-following-serious-incidents/ Extra powers will be in place in Manchester City Centre following several serious incidents in Manchester City Centre. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:12:16 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/op-treacle-officers-proactively-deal-with-anti-social-behaviour-incidents-around-greater-manchester-on-bonfire-night/ Across Halloween and Bonfire Night, we responded to 798 incidents and on Bonfire Night alone we responded to 350 calls to incidents which related to fireworks, an increase from 203 last year. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:41:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/investigation-under-way-after-arson-near-war-memorial/ Officers in Stockport are investigating after a fire was started near a war memorial. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:33:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/appeal-for-information-after-80-year-old-man-attacked-and-has-wallet-stolen-in-manchester/ Officers are appealing for information after an 80-year-old man was pulled to the ground and attacked in Manchester city centre. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:17:38 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/a-man-who-raped-a-vulnerable-woman-twice-in-her-own-home-has-been-jailed-for-life/ Kevin Wyatt (25/05/1984), no fixed address, subjected the woman to two brutal attacks in Clayton, Manchester in June this year. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:04:18 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/salford-man-jailed-for-non-recent-child-sexual-abuse-as-police-appeal-for-further-victims-to-come-forward/ Michael John Worton (b. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:59:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/investigating-what-matters-officers-in-bury-crack-down-on-neighbourhood-crime/ Throughout the past few months, the neighbourhood teams in Bury have been involved in a number of operations and jobs including traffic operations and community events. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:36:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/appeal-for-information-after-woman-has-purse-taken-in-burglary/ Officers are appealing for information following reports of a burglary in Rochdale on Friday (31 October). Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:04:33 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/officers-appealing-for-information-following-robbery-of-bike-in-manchester/ Officers are appealing for information regarding a robbery that took place on Friday 10th October 2025 at approximately 2. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:14:03 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/primary-school-in-wigan-help-shape-new-badge-for-gmp-operation/ Operation Sheriff is a multi-agency initiative targeting the movement of drugs and weapons into prison facilities. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:34:14 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/section-60-authorised-across-gorton-and-abbey-hey-over-bonfire-night/ A Section 60 and 60AA has been authorised in the Gorton and Abbey Hey areas of Manchester. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:13:02 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/police-appeal-for-information-following-aggravated-burglary-in-littleborough/ Officers are appealing for information following reports of an aggravated burglary on Todmorden Road, Littleborough on Sunday 2 November. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:47:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-arrested-following-firearm-recovery-in-north-manchester/ Neighbourhood officers recover loaded shotgun on the streets of Moston whilst on a mobile patrol. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:42:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/man-jailed-for-eight-years-for-his-role-in-sending-parcels-containing-drugs-from-america-to-bury/ Matthew Johns (01/01/1983) of Lords Street, Irlam was jailed for eight years yesterday (Monday 3 November 2025) after pleading guilty to possession with intent to supply a controlled drug (cocaine) and being concerned in the importation of a class B drug (cannabis). Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:34:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/gold-bars-and-jewellery-worth-upwards-of-2m-seized-in-money-laundering-investigation/ Officers have secured two arrests and seized gold and jewellery worth up to £2 million in an investigation into money laundering. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:31:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-arrests-made-after-live-facial-recognition-deployed-in-manchester-city-centre/ Two arrests have been made in Manchester city centre today (3 November) following the use of Live Facial Recognition. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:17:49 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/two-arrests-made-following-investigation-into-fight-in-piccadilly-gardens/ Three people have been arrested in connection with an investigation into an altercation in Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, on Friday evening. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:14:57 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/november/how-gmp-is-tackling-organised-immigration-crime-across-greater-manchester/ We are continuing to make significant progress in tackling Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) across GM with a dedicated specialist unit disrupting criminal networks and working with partners to safeguard vulnerable individuals across the region. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:09:51 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-continue-to-appeal-for-information-following-updates-regarding-fatal-incident-on-mancunian-way/ We’re continuing to the investigate the fatal road traffic collision on Mancunian Way this morning (Friday 31 October 2025), where a man sadly lost his life. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:37:01 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/charges-secured-following-arrests-made-in-bolton-lfr-deployment/ Two people have been charged with court offences following the utilisation of Live Facial Recognition in Bolton Town Centre yesterday. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:16:43 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/three-arrests-and-over-30000-of-illicit-tobacco-products-seized-in-day-of-action-tackling-organised-crime-on-local-high-streets/ On Thursday 30 October 2025, officers from the City of Manchester Central district, alongside partnership agencies, focussed on several businesses along Stockport Road, in Longsight, and surrounding areas as part of a national operation cracking down on organised criminality on local high streets. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:52:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/a-man-has-been-charged-with-grievous-bodily-harm-following-an-assault-in-rochdale/ Officers investigating into an assault of a woman in the early hours of 27 October 2024 have charged a man with Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH). Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:21:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/paedophile-who-abused-teenage-girls-twenty-years-ago-has-sentenced-extended-by-five-years-after-successful-appeal/ We’ve worked with the survivors and the CPS to take Christopher Oates’ unduly lenient sentence to the Court of Appeal. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:11:35 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/tameside-neighbourhood-officers-secure-funding-for-mobile-activity-vehicle-for-young-people/ Neighbourhood officers in Tameside have linked up with Foundation 92 to provide mobile youth provisions to crack down on anti-social behaviour and engage with young people. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:04:46 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-sentenced-for-manslaughter-of-his-mother-and-woundings-on-his-father-and-sister-in-gorton/ Benjamin previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility and to two woundings. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:47:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-on-the-mancunian-way/ Merging from the slip road onto Mancunian Way, the driver of a Volkswagen Passat has collided with a pedestrian who was believed to have been crossing the carriageway at the time. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:31:53 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/three-men-charged-with-child-sexual-offences-in-rochdale/ Naveed Anwar (28/06/1984) of Rochdale has been charged with rape of a girl aged 13–15 and rape of a woman aged 16 or over. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:40:03 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/police-ready-to-keep-communities-safe-during-halloween-and-bonfire-night/ Our presence aims to reassure communities and prevent any behaviour that could put others at risk. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:07:54 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/positive-results-reflect-ongoing-commitment-trafford-neighbourhood-officers-have-to-keeping-community-safe/ Trafford neighbourhood officers have had a busy few months getting out and about in the local community, whether that’s been engaging with residents, tackling crime head on or providing visible reassurance across the district. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:14:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/two-further-teenagers-have-been-charged-with-the-murder-of-a-15-year-old-in-manchester/ Officers investigating the death of 15-year-old Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe in Manchester last month have charged a further two teenagers with murder. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:20:30 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/gmp-and-partners-visit-shops-in-bolton-to-tackle-organised-criminality/ On Thursday 28 October, officers in Bolton, alongside partners from Immigration Enforcement and Bolton Council Environmental teams, paid visits to Barbershops across the district as part of Operation Machinize. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:32:42 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/new-travelsafe-livechat-service-launches-to-keep-greater-manchester-moving-safely2/ Greater Manchester Police (GMP), in partnership with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), has launched a new and improved digital reporting tool to help keep passengers and staff safe across the region’s public transport network. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:36:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/six-crime-group-members-sentenced-to-over-20-years-in-prison-following-gmp-investigation/ As part of a long-running investigation by our City of Manchester Central Challenger team into organised drug supply in the Longsight and Ardwick areas of Manchester, six individuals have today (Tuesday 28 October 2025) been sentenced to a total of over 20 years in prison, following a hearing at Manchester Crown Court. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:42:47 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/further-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-collision-on-glodwick-road-oldham/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information and are seeking a witness following a fatal collision in Oldham last month. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:31:28 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/137-vehicles-checked-as-part-of-crackdown-on-hidden-road-danger/ Officers stopped 137 drivers in Bolton for spot checks on their tyres as part of efforts to tackle one of the lesser-known causes of road casualties: defective tyres. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:57:31 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/closure-order-granted-for-bolton-flat-following-persistent-criminal-activity/ A flat in Bolton has been served with a full closure order following repeated incidents of suspected drug dealing and anti-social behaviour. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:10:25 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/three-teenagers-charged-with-murder-following-investigation-into-death-in-cheetham-hill/ Officers investigating the death of a 26-year-old man in Cheetham Hill last week have charged three teenagers with murder. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:38:06 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/Continued-commitment-to-neighbourhood-crime-as-clocks-go-back/ Greater Manchester Police is launching ‘Darker Nights,’ a campaign providing residents across the region with information to protect their homes and vehicles from burglary and theft. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:06:23 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/serious-collision-investigation-unit-appeal-for-information-following-serious-injury-road-traffic-collision-in-bolton/ Whilst in a car park, the driver of a Range Rover collided with a pedestrian and the shop building. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:46:34 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/two-men-convicted-of-non-recent-child-sexual-exploitation-of-five-victims-in-bury/ The men were found guilty unanimously by a jury of the 24 charges put before them following a trial. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:21:52 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/programme-challenger-two-arrested-in-tyldesley-drugs-raid-warrants-in-bolton-result-in-four-arrests-drugs-and-over-17000-seized-and-bury-ocg-member-jailed/ Officers dedicated to Programme Challenger – Greater Manchester’s partnership response to serious and organised crime – are embedded in every district and work tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, exploitation, firearms offences, and money laundering. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:59:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/Dawn-raids-uncover-drug-den-in-Moss-Side/ On Thursday 23 October 2025, neighbourhood officers in City of Manchester conducted a warrant on Rosford Avenue, Moss Side, in relation to a suspected cannabis farm. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:11:58 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-appeal-for-information-following-reports-of-a-male-entering-the-river-irwell-in-salford/ Emergency services are responding to an incident following reports that a male entered the River Irwell in Salford this morning (Sunday 26 October). Sun, 26 Oct 2025 17:22:20 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/two-further-arrests-secured-following-a-murder-investigation-in-cheetham-hill-manchester/ Officers from our Major Incident Team have made a further two arrests in relation to the murder investigation in Cheetham Hill. Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:40:45 Z http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-a-serious-collision-in-bury/ Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for witnesses and information following a collision between a car and a pedestrian in Bury. Sat, 25 Oct 2025 07:51:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/operation-avro-returns-to-trafford-with-25-arrests-across-the-district/ Operation AVRO returned to the streets of Trafford on Wednesday (22 October 2025), resulting in a total 25 arrests for crimes including assault, theft and multiple drug related offences. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:32:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/woman-sentenced-to-over-2-years-after-subjecting-victims-to-years-of-online-abuse/ A woman has been sentenced after subjecting two victims to abusive harassment and online stalking for four years, claiming one was a psychopath and abuser. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:08:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/over-300-cannabis-plants-seized-following-warrants-in-rochdale/   Officers from Rochdale North Neighbourhood Team assisted Rochdale Borough Council executing several warrants in the Rochdale area early yesterday morning (Thursday 23 October)   Upon entry to an address on Kings Road, Turf Hill a large cannabis farm of over 200 plants across two buildings was discovered. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:32:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/two-arrested-after-partnership-work-sees-another-knife-taken-off-the-streets/ At around 10. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:15:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/further-suspects-arrested-as-dedicated-cse-team-continues-tackling-non-recent-child-sexual-exploitation/ Our unique and specialist Child Sexual Exploitation Major Investigation Team (CSE MIT) is working tirelessly to identify offenders, secure prosecutions, and deliver justice for survivors. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:09:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/celebrating-gmps-headset-heroes-who-deal-with-more-than-a-million-incidents-a-year/ We are celebrating the vital work of our Force Contact, Crime and Operations Branch (FCCO), the first point of contact for the public in need of emergency help. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:33:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/family-pay-tribute-to-man-who-brightened-the-lives-of-everyone-as-officers-continue-enquiries-following-fatal-m60-collision/ The family of a man who died following a collision on the M60 have paid tribute to him, as officers continue to appeal for information. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:14:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-sentenced-for-drug-offences-and-violent-assault-in-cheetham-hill/ Joshua Lee (24/07/1994) of no fixed abode, was charged with one count of possession with intent to supply class A drugs (crack cocaine and heroin) and one count of possession with intent to supply class B drugs (cannabis) and a violent assault. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:01:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/counter-terrorism-police-appeal-for-outstanding-witnesses-after-manchester-synagogue-attack/ Detectives investigating the terrorist attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue are appealing for several remaining eyewitnesses to come forward. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:15:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/murder-investigation-launched-and-arrest-made-following-stabbing-in-manchester/ A murder investigation has been launched and a man has been arrested after a man died following a stabbing in Manchester yesterday (23 October). Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:27:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/85-knives-surrendered-following-amnesty-event-held-in-walkden/ During an hour period between 5pm and 6pm, 85 knives were surrendered to officers, which saw us recovered kitchen knives, Stanley knives, meat cleavers and many more. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:11:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-charged-with-several-offences-in-newton-heath/ We’ve charged a man after a woman was injured before later colliding with a bus in Manchester on Tuesday. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:38:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/friend-of-kadey-anglin-pays-tribute-to-most-caring-woman/ Tributes have been paid to 20-year-old Kadey Anglin who sadly died at an address on Grosvenor Street on 16 October 2025. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:39:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-sentenced-to-over-three-years-following-a-string-of-sexual-offences-against-children/ A man has been sentenced following a detailed investigation from our dedicated Criminal Investigation Department into four years’ worth of offences. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:27:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-a-serious-collision-on-moor-lane-in-bolton/ At around 4. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:52:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-charged-with-several-offences-following-a-disturbance-in-crumpsall/ Christopher Smith (b. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:03:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/live-facial-recognition-technology-used-by-gmp-for-the-first-time/ We deployed our Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology for the first time this week. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:00:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/surron-bike-drugs-and-cash-seized-from-a-property-in-rochdale-as-officers-make-arrest/ Officers seized one Surron bike, one motorbike, class B drugs, class C prescription drugs, and a large amount of cash potentially worth over £10,000. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:51:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-a-road-traffic-collision-on-moorside-road/ At around 7. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:37:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/gmp-welcomes-king-charles-to-thank-first-responders/ Greater Manchester Police was honoured to welcome His Majesty King Charles III today, to recognise the work of first responders from the emergency services following the horrific attack at Heaton Park synagogue earlier this month. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:38:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/abuser-jailed-for-20-years-for-sexual-offences-and-encouraging-a-child-to-self-harm-in-landmark-case/ Karl Davies   A man who encouraged a vulnerable young girl to self-harm herself while sexually abusing her over a period of several months has been jailed for 20 years, with an additional five years on licence. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:57:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/ocg-drug-kingpin-and-associates-jailed-for-18-years-after-detectives-bring-down-criminal-empire/ A man who ran one of the country’s biggest drug trafficking networks has been jailed following a major and complex investigation by our Serious Organised Crime Division. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:26:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/proactive-operation-in-rochdale-leads-to-multiple-arrests-and-weapons-seizures/ Activity in the town centre included officers spotting a man wearing a balaclava who was found with a bladed article in his possession, leading to an arrest. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:23:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/three-men-charged-following-incident-at-football-game-in-salford/ Officers investigating an incident at the Peninsula Stadium, Salford, yesterday afternoon (18 October), have secured charges. Sun, 19 Oct 2025 11:14:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/appeal-for-information-after-woman-injured-in-collision-in-stockport/ Officers are appealing for information after a woman was injured in a collision in Bredbury earlier this month. Sun, 19 Oct 2025 10:31:47 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/gmps-dedicated-neighbourhood-policing-team-sees-342-arrests-in-piccadilly-gardens/ A dedicated neighbourhood policing team that has been set up by GMP to tackle issues and concerns in Piccadilly Gardens has seen 342 arrests since its inception. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:18:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/greater-manchester-police-to-deploy-live-facial-recognition/ We are going to be using Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology to ensure the continued safety of our communities in Greater Manchester. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:03:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/four-years-in-jail-for-man-who-stashed-multiple-drugs-in-his-bedroom/ A man has been jailed for four years after various drugs were found stashed in his bedroom during a search by Operation Vulcan officers. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:48:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-arrested-following-successful-drugs-warrant-in-withington/ A man in his 30s has been arrested by officers in Withington following a successful drugs warrant in the area. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:35:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officer-awarded-kings-commendation-for-bravery-following-armed-attack-in-july-2023/ PS Ansell has been awarded the King’s Commendation for Bravery after his response to a road traffic collision in Whalley Range in July 2023. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:59:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/more-details-uncovered-as-investigation-into-discovery-of-baby-ava-in-little-hulton-last-november-continues/ Detectives leading the investigation into the discovery of Baby Ava in Little Hulton last November have reappealed for information on BBC’s Crimewatch Live today (Wednesday 15 October 2025). Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:41:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/gmp-continues-reassurance-patrols-across-greater-manchester/ We’re continuing to patrol areas across GM to reassure all communities that may have had increased concerns after the attack outside the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall earlier this month. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:34:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/im-taking-the-bike-i-can-do-it-nice-or-nastily-two-teenagers-jailed-following-a-series-of-violent-robberies-in-manchester/ Ogbeide-John and Jama   “I’m taking the bike, I can do it nice or nastily”: Two teenagers jailed following a series of violent robberies in Manchester Following an investigation by Longsight Neighbourhood Crime Team, today (14 October 2025) two teenagers have been sentenced for their roles in a series of linked violent robberies in Manchester between December 2024 and January 2025. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:53:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-appealing-for-information-after-reports-of-a-robbery/   Officers are appealing for information following reports of a robbery on Bradford Road, Newton Heath on Friday 10 September   It is believed that around 10:10pm, two offenders approached the victim from behind whilst they were walking down the road. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:22:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/greater-manchester-police-is-marking-national-hate-crime-awareness-week-hcaw-by-encouraging-people-to-report-incidents-of-hate-crime/ Greater Manchester Police is marking National Hate Crime Awareness Week (HCAW) by encouraging people to report incidents of hate crime. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:27:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-charged-for-assault-and-burglary-offences-in-bolton/ Officers have charged a man following an investigation into an incident which occurred in Bolton earlier this month. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:20:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/two-years-on-and-no-justice-for-julius-detectives-offer-50000-reward-for-information-relating-to-his-death/ Julius’s body was discovered on land situated between Broughton Cricket and Rugby Club and the residential properties on Great Cheetham Street West in Salford in December 2023. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:05:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-from-south-manchester-charged-with-sex-offences/ A man from south Manchester has been charged with several sex offences. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:26:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/spot-the-signs-greater-manchester-hosts-events-for-anti-slavery-week/ To coincide with Anti-Slavery Week (13–19 October), Greater Manchester partners will co-host a series of events to raise awareness of modern slavery and help people spot the signs to prevent more victims from being exploited. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:12:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/gmp-appeal-for-witnesses-and-footage-after-a-fatal-collision-on-m60/ Officers are appealing for witnesses after a crash on the M60 in which a motorcyclist died. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:53:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/three-arrested-after-violent-disorder-in-gorton-on-friday-10-october-2025/ We were called to reports of a group of males attacking others with machetes and knives in the Ryder Brow area of Gorton, Manchester. Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:23:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-arrested-after-proactive-firearms-strike-in-salford/ Following intelligence that the man was in possession of a firearm and ammunition, we swooped on an address on Thorpe Street. Sat, 11 Oct 2025 18:48:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/officers-investigating-a-fatal-collision-in-south-manchester-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses/ In the early afternoon of Wednesday 10 September 2025, a collision has occurred on Princess Road on the approach to Mauldeth Road West between a Kia Sportage liveried blood transportation vehicle and a Jaguar XF Luxe. Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:06:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/section-60-in-place-after-violent-disorder-incident-in-gorton-overnight/ The Section 60 will be effective in the following areas; Hyde Road Mount Road Barlow Road Longford Road West Gorton Road Reddish Lane The Section 60 powers come under the 1994 Criminal Justice and Public Order Act and will run for 24 hours. Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:43:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-jailed-for-life-following-the-murder-of-clare-burns/ A man from Harpurhey has been handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 16 years 363 days today (Friday 10 October 2025) for the murder of his partner at the time, Clare Marie Burns, in his home. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:18:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/parents-sentenced-following-tragic-death-of-three-year-old-daniel-twigg/ Two parents have today (Friday 10 October 2025) been sentenced at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court after they were found guilty of being a person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury, following the death of their three-year-old son, Daniel Twigg. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:53:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/charges-secured-against-bury-man--for-assault-and-drugs-offences/ Officers have charged a man following an investigation into incidents in the Bury district between June and September this year. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:48:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-charged-following-investigation-into-reports-of-domestic-assault/ A man has been charged following an investigation into a domestic-related assault in Oldham. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:55:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/man-banned-from-area-of-manchester-for-five-years-after-being-handed-cbo/ A man has been banned from the Harpurhey area of Manchester for five years after being handed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:49:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-north-west-in-relation-to-crumpsall-incident-last-week/ A 30-year-old man arrested on 2 October on suspicion of the commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism following the terror attack in Crumpsall last week has today (9 October) been re-arrested on suspicion of Failing to Disclose Information contrary to S38B of the Terrorism Act 2000. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:34:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/greater-manchester-police-runs-successful-security-operation-for-the-conservative-party-conference/ We would like to thank attendees, the people and communities of Greater Manchester, and visitors, following the policing operation of the Conservative Party conference. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:55:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/op-vulcan-secures-charges-for-three-people-following-drugs-investigation/ Three people have been charged following an Operation Vulcan warrant conducted earlier this week (7 October). Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:15:17 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/statement-from-chief-constable-sir-stephen-watson-following-update-from-the-independent-office-for-police-conduct/ Sir Stephen Watson, Chief Constable, Greater Manchester Police said: “Following the horrendous terrorist attack on Thursday 2 October 2025, Greater Manchester Police has been inundated with messages of thanks and support for the actions that our brave officers took to prevent further harm to our Jewish community who were inside and around the Heaton Park Synagogue. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:09:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/five-arrested-in-relation-to-ongoing-investigation-following-firearms-discharge-in-salford/ The following day (Tuesday 7 October 2025), we were called to reports of a suspected firearms discharge at an address on Lissadel Street. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 18:08:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-north-west-by-assistant-chief-constable-rob-potts/ We are now almost a week on from the appalling terrorist attack that took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:59:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-in-relation-to-wythenshawe-tram-stop-collision-on-tuesday-7-october-2025/ It has been established that an 11-year-old boy had been struck by a tram as it started to move off from the stop at Crossacres. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:05:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-a-serious-collision-in-stockport/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a collision between two vehicles on Tuesday 7 October on Broadstone Road in Stockport. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:19:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/operation-vulcan-secures-three-arrests-and-seizes-a-dozen-bikes-during-warrant/ Officers secured three arrests and seized multiple off-road and electric bikes from a property yesterday (7 October) following an Operation Vulcan warrant. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:18:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-as-trial-starts-today-for-alleged-isis-inspired-gun-plot/ Today, the case against two men alleged to have plotted an ISIS-inspired gun attack against the Jewish community in Greater Manchester will begin at Preston Crown Court. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:52:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/four-arrested-after-vehicle-intercepted-and-weapons-seized-in-south-manchester/ On Monday 6 October at around 9. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:26:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-the-coroner-on-formal-identification-of-victims-of-heaton-park-synagogue-attack/ On behalf of Greater Manchester Police and HM Coroner Mr Zak Golombeck: Following formal identification processes, accepted by HM Coroner Mr Zak Golombeck, we can confirm the identities of the two men who sadly lost their lives as a result of the tragic attack in Crumpsall, on Thursday 2 October 2025, as Mr Adrian Jonathan Daulby and Mr Melvin Lesley Cravitz. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:56:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/sid-ali-djelid-jailed-for-life-for-raping-and-stealing-from-three-victims-in-manchester-city-centre/ On Thursday 24 July 2025, Sid Ali Djelid (09/01/1986) - also known under the alias of Mourad Malki of Smedley Road, Manchester, was found guilty of five counts of rape in the city centre at Manchester Crown Court following a five-week trial. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:20:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/thanks-to-the-community-and-beyond/ Greater Manchester Police would like to extend its sincere thanks and appreciation to members of the community in Crumpsall and beyond for their patience and support following Thursday’s horrific terrorist attack. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:11:48 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/latest-statement-from-counter-terrorism-policing-following-the-terrorist-attack-in-crumpsall-on-thursday-2-october-2025/ Our investigation into the appalling terrorist incident that took place outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue is continuing at pace. Sun, 05 Oct 2025 16:11:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-on-the-investigation-into-the-terrorist-attack-in-crumpsall2/ The 18-year-old woman and 43-year-old man who were arrested in connection with the investigation into the terrorist incident that took place outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue have been released with no further action. Sat, 04 Oct 2025 22:04:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-on-the-investigation-into-the-terrorist-attack-in-crumpsall/ The investigation is being led by Counter Terrorism Policing North West (CTPNW), supported by resources from across the national Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) network and Greater Manchester Police. Sat, 04 Oct 2025 14:43:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/increased-patrols-remain-as-we-continue-to-respond-to-gm-public/ We’re continuing to respond effectively to emergencies in the region while ensuring that every available officer in Greater Manchester is currently deployed to provide reassurance, particularly amongst our Jewish communities, at what is a time of profound distress and sorrow. Sat, 04 Oct 2025 10:19:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-in-relation-to-middleton-road-crumpsall/ Head of Counter Terrorism Policing Laurence Taylor said: “I want to express my deepest sympathies to all the innocent people involved in the appalling terrorist incident that took place outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue yesterday. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 20:29:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/family-of-melvin-cravitz-pay-tribute-to-kind-and-caring-man/ His family are being supported by specialist officers at this time. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:47:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/family-of-adrian-daulby-pay-tribute-to-a-down-to-earth-man-whose-final-act-was-to-save-others/ Adrian was one of the brave worshippers attending the synagogue at the time of incident and prevented the attacker from gaining access to the premises. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 17:05:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/GMP-chief-appeals-to-GM-communities-to-stand-together/ We’re ensuring that every available officer in Greater Manchester is currently deployed to provide reassurance, particularly amongst our Jewish communities, at what is a time of profound distress and sorrow. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:06:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/an-update-from-chief-constable-sir-stephen-watson-following-yesterdays-tragic-incident-on-middleton-road-in-crumpsall/ "Following the terrorist incident yesterday at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation, Middleton Road, Crumpsall; further and urgent enquiries continue. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:55:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/heaton-park-synagogue-attack-innocent-victims-named/ The two innocent members of our Jewish Community who sadly died as a result of the incident at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue yesterday (Thursday 2 October 2025) have been named. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 06:26:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/extra-police-officers-deployed-across-greater-manchester-to-provide-reassurance/ Extra police officers have been deployed across Greater Manchester to provide reassurance following yesterday’s attacks at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Middleton Road in Crumpsall. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 06:05:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/summary-of-statements-following-incident-on-middleton-road-crumpsall/ Our Jewish communities have now marked the end of Yom Kippur and we are aware that some are reading today’s news for the first time. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 22:30:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-from-counter-terrorism-policing-following-in-response-to-todays-incident-on-middleton-road-crumpsall/ The investigation into the attack outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in north Manchester this morning continues. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:05:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/statement-from-chief-constable-stephen-watson/ First and foremost, my thoughts, and those of my officers and staff, are with the families of the loved ones who have been affected by today’s horrific incident, on what is the Jewish community’s holiest day: Yom Kippur. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:56:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/update-in-relation-to-ongoing-major-incident-on-middleton-road-in-crumpsall/ Greater Manchester Police are dealing with a major incident in Crumpsall - latest updates will appear here   4:15pm - Sir Stephen Watson gives statement in response to today's incident - Statement from Chief Constable Stephen Watson | Greater Manchester Police 2:10pm Major incident declared following incident on Middleton Road in Crumpsall In response to today’s major incident in Crumpsall, a loud noise was heard at the scene as specialist resources gained entry to the suspect’s vehicle as a precaution. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:15:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/major-incident-declared-following-incident-on-middleton-road/ Police were called to the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue, on Middleton Road, Crumpsall, at 9. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:38:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/the-specialist-support-services-helping-gmp-deliver-justice-for-cse-victims-as-survivor-says-she-can-live-my-life/ A survivor of child sexual exploitation has said she can now “live my life” and knows “my voice matters because I was believed” as she urged other victims to come forward if they feel ready, after getting long-awaited justice following a GMP investigation. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:41:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/misconduct-investigation-into-26-staff-and-officers-following-anti-corruption-investigation/ An operation by Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has led to 26 police officers, staff and contractors facing formal misconduct investigations. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:56:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/seven-men-jailed-for-more-than-170-years-following-gmp-investigation-into-non-recent-cse/ Seven men have been given prison sentences totalling 174 years after a GMP investigation into the non-recent grooming of two vulnerable girls in Rochdale. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:27:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/october/work-continues-to-drive-down-domestic-abuse-in-gm-with-fewer-victims-and-more-offenders-brought-to-justice/ There were 1,500 fewer victims of domestic abuse in the last year as we’re continuing our work with partners and use all powers available to reduce harm. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:46:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/strengthening-road-safety-in-rochdale-with-coordinated-enforcement/ A major crackdown on dangerous driving and criminal activity across Rochdale has delivered powerful results, making our roads safer for all who use them. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:05:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-clamp-down-on-the-use-of-illegal-e-bikes-across-manchester-city-centre-in-dedicated-operation-with-immigration-enforcement/ Following reports from members of the public concerned for their safety while out and about in congested and heavily pedestrianised areas, our RPU has been working with our Force Intelligence Bureau on monitoring e-bike usage, to ensure compliance with Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle (EAPC) laws, as part of a national project led by the NPCC. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:31:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/co-ordinated-days-of-action-see-over-500000-worth-of-illicit-goods-seized/ A joint operation led by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and Manchester City Council Trading Standards has resulted in the seizure of more than £500,000 worth of illegal vapes, cigarettes, and counterfeit items. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:08:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-investigating-death-of-15-year-old-teenager-in-manchester-make-another-arrest/ The arrest is in relation to the death of 15-year-old Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe, who died on Monday 15 September after a disturbance in the area of Moss Lane East and Monton Street. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:05:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-arrested-at-manchester-airport-after-previously-fleeing-sex-offences-trial/ A man who fled the country during his trial for child sexual offences has been arrested following his return to the country, and will soon begin his sentence. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:10:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/operation-vulcan-six-months-on-how-work-in-derker-cracked-down-on-crime/ Vulcan 6 month Video Six months on from Operation Vulcan’s deployment in Derker, crime in the area is continuing to be stomped out while strong foundations are being built for the community to flourish upon for years to come. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:34:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/appeal-for-information-following-death-of-man-in-wigan-town-centre/ Officers are appealing for information after a man sadly died last week in Wigan Town Centre. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 12:49:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/romance-fraud-spot-the-telltale-signs-to-keep-you-safe-from-scammers/ Staff and volunteers from our Economic Crime Unit will be hosting pop-up awareness events across the region this week with a particular focus on romance fraud. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:35:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-tameside/ At around 12pm this afternoon (Sunday 28 September 2025), we were called to reports of a collision on Guide Lane in Audenshaw. Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:08:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/section-35-dispersal-order-in-place-due-to-anti-social-behaviour-in-hindley-town-centre/ We have recorded eight different incidents ranging from youths throwing several items at cars in the area, along with criminal damage and alcohol-related disturbances. Sat, 27 Sep 2025 22:19:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/consultation-seeks-views-on-number-plate-camera-plans-to-keep-greater-manchester-communities-safe/ A six-week consultation has been launched today (Friday 26 September) to seek views on changing the main use of the cameras, which were originally installed for a charging-Clean Air Zone - now no longer going ahead. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:51:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-specials-take-part-in-national-day-of-action-targeting-asb-and-retail-crime/ Greater Manchester Police proudly participated in the inaugural Employer Supported Policing (ESP) National Day of Action on Wednesday (24/09), a nationwide initiative celebrating the vital role of Special Constables and the support provided by their employers. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:30:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/section-60-authorised-in-limeside-area-of-oldham-following-violence-reports/ A Section 60 has been authorised in the Limeside area of Oldham following reports of violence last night (Thursday 25 September). Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:50:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/dispersal-order-in-place-for-wigan-town-centre-to-tackle-anti-social-behaviour/ A dispersal order has been authorised across Wigan Town Centre again this weekend as we continue to tackle anti-social behaviour. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:57:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/teams-dedicated-to-investigating-sex-offenders-arrest-11-in-24-hours-with-10-positive-outcomes-already-secured/ Our teams who are dedicated to monitoring and investigating crime committed by registered sex offenders arrested 11 men on Wednesday 24 September 2025, with six already charged, and four having already been through court. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:46:38 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/operation-avro-returns-to-tameside-with-42-arrests-and-7920-of-illicit-tobacco-products-and-vapes-seized/ Forcewide initiative Operation AVRO returned to Tameside yesterday (25 September 2025), deploying a surge of extra resources and specialist officers to tackle criminality across the district. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:05:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/successful-groups-and-charities-to-share-200000-seized-from-criminals/ A dozen community projects and charities are the latest good causes to benefit from cash seized from criminals in Manchester. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:51:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/how-a-high-profile-manchester-united-game-is-policed-in-20253/ Football is at the heart of British culture, drawing millions of fans to stadiums every season. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:38:00 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appealing-for-information-following-a-fatal-collision-on-m60-motorway/ Officers are appealing for information following a fatal collision this morning (Thursday 25 September, at 5:35am) on the M60 motorway, clockwise between Junction 8 for Carrington and Junction 9 for Trafford Park. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:20:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/two-suspected-drug-dealers-after-early-morning-strikes-in-manchester-and-cheshire/ Two suspected drug dealers are in custody following a series of early-morning strikes by our City of Manchester Central Challenger team. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:18:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/three-men-in-hospital-with-serious-injuries-following-a-collision-in-radcliffe/   A short pursuit took place, and the Vauxhall collided with a member of the public’s vehicle before coming to a complete stop. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:35:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-from-wythenshawe-jailed-for-28-years-for-child-rape-and-sex-offences/ Today, 25 September 2025, at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court, Matthew Webb (21/09/1991) of Wythenshawe has been handed a 28-year jail sentence for several sexual offences against a child, including rape. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:14:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-of-catherine-blackhurst-pay-tribute-to-bright-beautiful-young-woman/ In a tribute, Catherine’s family said: “Cat was a bright, beautiful young woman with an infectious enthusiasm for life. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:05:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/former-bank-boss-ordered-to-pay-185000-back-to-fraud-victim/ A man who fraudulently took tens of thousands of pounds from a woman after abusing his power as will executor has been ordered to pay nearly £185,000 back to her estate. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:49:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/more-suspects-arrested-as-investigations-by-our-cse-major-investigations-team-ramp-up-in-oldham-and-across-greater-manchester/ More suspects arrested as investigations by our CSE Major Investigations Team ramp up in Oldham and across Greater Manchester Investigations into non-recent cases of child grooming and sexual exploitation are intensifying across Oldham and Greater Manchester, with several warrants recently executed. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:38:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-challenger-teams-tackle-drugs-leigh-drug-boss-jailed-tameside-raids-lead-to-arrests/ Officers dedicated to Programme Challenger – Greater Manchester’s partnership response to serious and organised crime – are embedded in every district, working tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, exploitation, firearms offences, and money laundering. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:22:48 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/op-vulcan-secures-two-arrests-as-part-of-derker-drugs-investigation/ Two people were arrested this morning as Operation Vulcan took part in a fresh round of raids targeting drug-dealing criminality in the Derker area. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:47:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/offender-who-stated-you-will-never-catch-me-to-officers-jailed-for-eight-years-along-with-criminal-associate/ Jordan Winstanley (01/04/1995) of Thorn View, Bury, was jailed for eight years after pleading guilty to four counts of conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:05:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-bailed-in-relation-to-death-of-17-year-old-missing-girl-in-tameside2/ An investigation was launched following the death of a 17-year-old girl in Ashton-under-Lyne who was reported as a missing person on Saturday 20 September. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 17:45:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-investigating-a-fatal-rtc-in-blackley-appeal-for-information-and-witnesses/ At around 9. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:23:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/twelve-people-charged-in-relation-to-protest-in-manchester-city-centre/ The following 12 people have all been charged with breaching Section 13(1) of the Terrorism Act by wearing or displaying clothing or articles that, in such a way or in such circumstances, arouse reasonable suspicion that they are a member or supporter of a proscribed terrorist organisation. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:15:08 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/crime-prevention-advice-for-university-students-in-student-accommodation/ Student accommodation can be a target for opportunistic thieves, especially in shared housing or halls of residence where multiple valuables may be stored. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:18:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appealing-for-information-following-fatal-collision-in-oldham-last-week/ Investigators are appealing for information after a man died following a road traffic collision in Oldham. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:17:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/wythenshawe-ocg-jailed-for-19-years-after-unearthing-1.1-million-class-a-and-class-b-drug-operation/ The defendants were involved in supplying significant quantities of Class A and Class B drugs, with an estimated street value of over £1. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:04:08 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-arrest-second-boy-in-investigation-into-death-of-teenager-mohanad-abdullaahi-goode-in-manchester/ A 15-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of 15-year-old Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe in a fatal stabbing last week. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:23:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigation-launched-following-death-of-17-year-old-missing-girl-in-tameside/ Police enquiries led to an address on Whalley Close at around 9am on Sunday 21 September. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:35:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/bolton-neighbourhood-team-crack-down-on-the-use-of-illegal-and-dangerous-e-bikes-in-the-town-centre/ Officers from our Bolton Town Centre Neighbourhood Team were out on patrol around the town centre last week as part of our commitment to keeping town centres safe under our Safe4Summer campaign. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:06:23 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmps-specialist-investigators-tackling-drugs-sold-online-and-social-media-sites/ In GMP we have a team of experts that specialise in tackling serious organised crime, including the modern-day issue of drugs being sold on websites and via QR codes. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:32:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/witnesses-sought-following-threats-made-with-a-bladed-article-to-a-group-in-salford/ At around 7:10pm on Thursday 11 September 2025, a man was walking his dog in Bellot Street dog park when he was approached by a man acting suspiciously. Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:53:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-serious-road-traffic-collision-in-leigh/ The incident happened at around 9:08pm as the police vehicle was responding to another incident. Sat, 20 Sep 2025 11:48:34 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/boy-15-charged-in-relation-to-death-of-teenager-in-manchester/ As part of our investigation, ongoing enquiries have identified a potentially linked prior incident that we responded to at Whitworth Park shortly before 4pm - half an hour before the victim's death. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:57:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-who-abused-over-40-young-girls-jailed-for-14-years-following-joint-investigation-by-gmp-and-lancashire-police/ Today (Friday 19 September 2025), one of the most prolific child sexual predators even seen in the North West has been jailed for 14 years following investigations by Greater Manchester Police and Lancashire Police. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:03:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-20-years-after-non-fatal-strangulation-of-his-partner/ He has been jailed for 20 years today (Friday 19 September 2025) at Minshull Street Crown Court. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:35:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/a-previously-convicted-murderer-who-brutally-attacked-a-well-loved-family-man-with-a-knife-over-70-times-jailed/ Direece Roche (13/06/1994) of Berkeley Avenue, Longsight was sentenced today (19 September) to a full life sentence. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:19:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appealing-for-information-following-serious-collision-on-kingsway-manchester/ Officers are appealing for information following a serious collision on Kingsway (A34) yesterday afternoon (18 September). Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:45:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-arrested-following-two-incidents-involving-suspected-firearms-discharges-in-manchester/ A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of two counts of attempted murder, one count of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life and one count of assault. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:59:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-11-years-for-rape-and-child-sex-offences/ A man who took a 15-year-old girl to his home after meeting her in a town centre has been jailed for 11 years for rape and causing a child to engage in sexual activity. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:23:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/dispersal-order-issued-for-wigan-town-centre-across-weekend/ A Section 34 dispersal order has been authorised across Wigan Town Centre this weekend, as officers continue to utilise powers to crack down on anti-social behaviour. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:46:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/sex-offender-management-unit-increasing-public-safety-after-a-man-is-sentenced-for-breach-of-his-sexual-harm-prevention-order/ A registered sex offender has been sent back to prison, after robust management of his Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) by our Sex Offender Management Unit (SOMU), with support from partner agencies, who identified breaches amounting to criminal offences. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:07:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-statement-following-iopc/ Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods said: “We support the IOPC’s direction to hold a misconduct meeting after a complaint about a serving senior officer involved in the response to the Manchester Arena attack. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:22:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-of-a-man-who-died-in-a-collision-last-week-have-paid-tribute-to-him/ Officers responded to a road traffic collision in Altrincham last week (Wednesday 10 September), where 33-year-old Arron Lewis tragically died at the scene. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:36:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-charged-following-drugs-and-theft-investigation-in-manchester/ A man has been charged following a drugs and theft investigation by the City of Manchester's North Neighbourhood Crime Team. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:20:48 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/three-men-arrested-as-op-venture-officers-recover-drugs-and-suspected-stolen-vehicles-in-gorton/ Activity in Gorton resulted in officers spotting a man with a food delivery bag, but when officers approached him he ran away. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:32:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmps-economic-and-cyber-crime-unit-win-national-award-for-recovering-cash-from-criminals/ GMP’s Economic and Cyber Crime Unit (ECCU) has won a national award for its work in recovering cash from criminals and redistributing it to good causes. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:53:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/drone-restrictions-in-place-during-conservative-party-conference/ Flight restrictions affecting drones will be imposed above Manchester city centre as part of the policing operation during the Conservative Party Conference being held from 4-8 October. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:47:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/appeal-for-information-after-woman-attacked-at-metrolink-stop-in-chorlton/ Officers are appealing for information following an assault in the Chorlton area earlier this year. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:48:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-investigating-following-firearm-discharges-in-manchester/ Officers are investigating following two incidents involving suspected firearms discharges in Manchester. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:24:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-investigating-following-fatal-collision-in-bolton/ Officers are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision in Bolton yesterday evening (16 September 2025). Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:03:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-pay-tribute-to-their-handsome-son-who-loved-big-following-death-of-15-year-old-boy-on-monton-street/ Following the death of a teenage boy on Monton Street in Manchester yesterday (15 September), we are now able to name him as 15-year-old Mohanad Abdullaahi Goobe. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 20:53:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/update-on-murder-investigation-after-death-of-teenager-in-moss-side/ At around 4. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:14:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/tackling-illegal-and-dangerous-e-bikes-across-stockport-town-centre/ Officers have seized seven e-bikes and motorbikes in a bid to tackle those riding illegally modified bikes as part of our ongoing commitment to keeping town centres safe under our Safe4Summer campaign. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:47:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/boy-arrested-as-murder-investigation-continues-following-the-death-of-teenager-in-moss-side/ Following our earlier update, we can confirm that a 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:07:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/detectives-launch-murder-investigation-and-put-s60-powers-in-place-after-a-teenager-dies-in-manchester/ We were called to Monton Street, Moss Side, at just after 4:30pm today (15 September 2025) to reports of a disturbance involving a number of people. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:25:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-supports-national-spiking-intensification-week-as-freshers-events-begin-across-the-region/ This week (15 – 21 September 2025) marks national Spiking Intensification Week, and we are taking a particular focus on ensuring new students, whether they’re starting fresh or rejoining for their studies, feel safe on their nights out. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:48:06 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/dispersal-order-issued-in-wigan-town-centre-to-tackle-anti-social-behaviour/ A Section 34 dispersal order has been authorised across Wigan Town Centre. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:08:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-of-ricky-hatton-pay-tribute-to-the-man-who-had-a-heart-as-big-as-his-smile/ The family of Ricky Hatton have paid tribute to him following his death at the weekend. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:23:06 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-statement-in-relation-to-death-of-man-in-hyde/ Officers were called by a member of the public to attend Bowlacre Road, Hyde, Tameside, at 6:45am today where they found the body of a 46-year-old man. Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:46:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/greater-manchester-police-committed-to-ensuring-safety-of-fans-for-manchester-derby/ The first Manchester derby of the season takes place this weekend but planning for the police operation began before the season had even started. Sat, 13 Sep 2025 07:05:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/targeting-illegal-vapes-and-tobacco-in-leigh-town-centre/ An operation targeting illegal vapes and tobacco in Leigh town centre has seen £10,000 worth of illicit products seized following two simultaneous warrants. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:22:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/arrest-made-after-assault-on-gibraltar-street-bolton/ Following our earlier appeal, a 22-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, after reports of a serious assault on Gibraltar Street, Bolton on Tuesday 9 September. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:00:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/charges-secured-after-incident-at-wigan-interchange/ Following reports of two stabbings at Wigan Interchange on Wednesday 10 September, we can confirm that a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with two counts of grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article in a public place. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:49:17 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/operation-venture-delivers-record-results-against-serious-violence-and-knife-crime/ Throughout August, our dedicated knife crime team, Operation Venture, was deployed to Stockport to prevent, deter and respond to incidents of knife crime, serious violence and associate crime. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:21:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/two-suspects-arrested-after-robbery-on-nicholas-street/ We responded swiftly to a report of a robbery on Nicholas Street, Manchester City Centre, which occurred shortly before 2am this morning (12 September 2025). Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:31:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-have-secured-a-charge-following-reports-of-group-fight-in-manchester/ Kemar Simpson (13/08/2003), of no fixed abode, has been charged with violent disorder. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:09:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/police-and-partners-step-up-city-centre-patrols-to-protect-children/ Throughout the summer, when footfall is higher and more young people visit the city centre, we increased proactive patrols as part of Operation Luka, our overarching response to tackling child exploitation in Manchester city centre, to support young people who may be at risk of harm. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:52:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-of-man-who-sadly-died-in-road-traffic-collision-pay-tribute-to-dad-with-heart-of-gold/ The family of a man who sadly died following a fatal road traffic collision in Failsworth on Tuesday have paid tribute to him. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:27:13 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/criminal-cash-ploughed-back-into-community-projects-through-aris/ The Economic Crime Unit at Greater Manchester Police successfully claimed back more than £17m from criminals in the last financial year. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:05:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/three-men-arrested-in-connection-with-our-investigations-into-non-recent-cse-in-rochdale/ We’ve arrested three more suspects as part of an investigation into non-recent child sexual exploitation in Rochdale. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:01:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/information-sought-after-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-altrincham/ A car collided with a motorbike and sadly, the 33-year-old male rider, died at the scene. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:30:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-charged-with-multiple-offences-following-reported-rape-in-heaton-mersey-park/ Following a reported rape in Heaton Mersey Park, Stockport on 9 September 2025, we have secured charges. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:10:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/ai-tech-saving-officers-and-staff-thousands-of-hours-of-time-after-partnership-with-manchester-based-specialist/ We’re using the latest technology to transform the way we approach operational processes, helping us free up the time and workloads of front-line GMP officers so they have more time to fight crime and keep our streets safe. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:35:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/update-on-serious-incident-at-wigan-interchange/ A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:08:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-dealing-with-serious-incident-at-wigan-interchange/ We were called to Wigan Interchange at around 5:20pm today to reports that two people had been stabbed. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:06:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-swiftly-arrested-following-reported-rape-in-stockport-park/ We have arrested a 28-year-old man from Manchester, following a report that a woman had been raped in Heaton Mersey Park, Stockport at approximately 9. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:25:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/we-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-an-alleged-assault-in-bolton/ Officers are investigating reports of an assault on Gibraltar Street, in Bolton, at around 4:55pm yesterday (Tuesday 9 September). Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:14:37 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-failsworth/ Officers responded to reports of a road traffic collision on Partington Street in Failsworth at around 3:40pm yesterday (Tuesday 9 September 2025). Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:42:06 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/three-people-charged-following-protest-in-south-manchester/ Three people have been charged following a protest outside a south Manchester hotel at the weekend. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:05:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-19-years-for-historic-abuse-against-young-children/ A man who abused and manipulated two boys in the 1980s and 90s has been jailed for 19 years following an investigation by GMP John Ahern (12/04/1952), of St Anne Street, Birkenhead, started committing his offences against the pair when they were just young children. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:31:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmp-superintendent-suspended-from-duty/ An investigation by our Professional Standards Directorate is ongoing Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:54:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-brutally-attacking-woman-in-bolton-with-meat-cleaver/ A man who brutally attacked a woman with a meat cleaver has been jailed for 21 years. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 16:27:47 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/investigators-appealing-for-information-after-serious-injury-collision-in-bolton/ At around 8:03pm yesterday evening (Sunday 7 September 2025) on the Lever Street junction of Fletcher Street, a motorbike collided with a bus. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:41:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/gmps-dog-unit-expands-to-247-coverage-with-rspca-recruits-and-a-brand-new-digi-dog/ Our Tactical Dog Unit is making more arrests than ever before, thanks to a major expansion and the introduction of new specialist capabilities, including a digital detection dog (digi-dog) and a team of rescue dogs being trained for frontline policing. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:04:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/arrests-made-and-dispersal-order-issued-in-south-manchester-area/ A Section 34 dispersal order has been authorised in the South Manchester area, following a number of arrests at a protest outside a hotel on Wilmslow Road. Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:35:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/appeal-for-information-following-suspected-car-arson-in-rochdale/ Thankfully, no-one was hurt during the incident. Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:21:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/section-60-authorised-across-newton-heath-and-miles-platting-following-robbery-reports/ A Section 60 and 60AA has been authorised in the Newton Heath and Miles Platting areas of Manchester. Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:25:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/appeal-for-information-following-fatal-collision-in-leigh/ Officers are appealing for information after a man sadly died following a collision in Leigh, Wigan earlier this morning (7 September 2025). Sun, 07 Sep 2025 12:26:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-charged-following-investigation-into-series-of-robberies/ A man has been charged following an investigation into a series of robberies in the Bury and Manchester areas. Sat, 06 Sep 2025 13:48:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/specialist-interceptors-arrest-suspected-drug-supplier-after-seizing-class-c-drugs/ Our Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit (TVIU) officers arrested a 45-year-old woman in Manchester on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B and C drugs in the early hours of this morning. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:42:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-grooming-and-sexually-abusing-a-child/ A man who groomed and sexually abused a vulnerable young girl over a prolonged period has been sentenced to sixteen-and-a-half-years in prison today (Friday, 5 September 2025) at Manchester Crown Court following a complex investigation. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:02:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/arrest-made-following-a-series-of-robberies-targeting-women/ We have arrested a 52-year-old man from north Manchester in connection with a series of violent robberies targeting lone women across Manchester, Salford and Bury. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:23:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-murder-of-mothers-partner-in-salford/ Jack Naylor (16/12/2002), of Irvine Avenue, Boothstown, has been handed 16 years in prison after being found guilty of the murder of Thomas Gomm following a two-week trial in June 2025. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:06:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-appeal-for-information-after-a-mosque-damaged-in-stockport/ Officers are appealing for information after a mosque was damaged in Stockport. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:26:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/family-pay-tribute-to-amazing-son-and-caring-loving-brother-mohammed-isa-who-sadly-passed-away-last-month/ Mohammed Isa sadly died aged 19. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:35:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-jailed-for-controlling-and-coercive-behaviour-following-a-domestic-abuse-investigation/ A man has been jailed for counts of rape, assault, and controlling and coercive behaviour following investigations by our detectives in the Criminal Investigation Department. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:08:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/sex-offender-jailed-for-offences-against-children-that-took-place-almost-20-years-apart/ Christopher Atherton (02/07/1978), of Milnthorpe Way, Manchester, was jailed for 13 years at Manchester Minshull Street Court this week (1/9/25) following an earlier trial. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:55:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/man-convicted-after-attempting-to-drag-officer-towards-canal-in-village/ A man who attempted to drag a plain-clothed GMP officer towards the canal after being stopped for making an alleged homophobic remark in Manchester’s Gay Village has been convicted. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:48:40 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officers-appeal-for-information-following-reports-of-group-fight-in-manchester/ Officers are appealing for information following a fight between a group of males in the Manchester area earlier this week. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:40:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/officer-treated-for-serious-eye-injury-following-arrest-assault/ A police officer needed hospital treatment for a ‘serious eye injury’ after being assaulted in Wigan. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:33:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/manslaughter-verdict-delivered-following-gmp-investigation-into-death-of-man-at-rochdale-new-year-party/ A man has been found guilty of manslaughter following the death of Alberto Ursu at a house party in Rochdale at New Year. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:29:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/mp-for-bury-north-joins-officers-and-partners-on-day-of-action-in-bury-town-centre/ Officers and partners were out on Monday 1 September as James Frith MP for Bury North joined them for a patrol around key areas within the community. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:28:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/domestic-abuse-protection-order-secured-following-campaign-of-coercive-control-and-threats/ We have secured a six-month Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) to protect a woman who has been subjected to threats of violence by a family member in North Manchester. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:23:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/september/piccadilly-gardens-neighbourhood-policing-team-tackles-criminality-in-city-centre-in-day-of-action/ On Saturday 30 August, Greater Manchester Police officers worked alongside partner agencies utilising specialist resources as part of a monthly proactive operation targeting criminality in Piccadilly Gardens. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 16:10:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-charged-with-murder-following-investigation-into-death-in-manchester/ A man has been charged in connection with an investigation into the death of Kailem Gibson on 30 August. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:51:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/vulcan-day-of-action-welcomes-home-office-delegates-to-observe-neighbourhood-work/ Detective Chief Inspector Chris Julien talking to the Home Office delegation Operation Vulcan welcomed a delegation from the Home Office earlier this week, who were able to see the action being taken as part of our wider commitment to Neighbourhood Policing. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:42:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/murder-investigation-launched-and-two-men-arrested-after-stabbing-in-newton-heath/family-issue-tribute-after-fatal-stabbing-of-son-with-heart-of-gold-in-newton-heath/ The family of a man killed after a stabbing in Newton Heath yesterday evening has issued a heart-warming tribute to a “deeply loved” son. Sat, 30 Aug 2025 15:51:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/murder-investigation-launched-and-two-men-arrested-after-stabbing-in-newton-heath/ A murder investigation has been launched and two men have been arrested following a fatal stabbing in Newton Heath yesterday evening. Sat, 30 Aug 2025 12:20:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/lucy-powell-mp-visits-piccadilly-gardens-to-praise-real-co-ordination-to-tackle-root-causes-of-anti-social-behaviour/ On Thursday 28 August 2025, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers and partners came together in a bid to identify and tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and signpost vulnerable people to the relevant support services via the Street Engagement Hub. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:14:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-jailed-for-killing-vulnerable-woman-and-dumping-body-in-his-shed/ A man who befriended and killed a vulnerable woman has been jailed for her murder. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:16:15 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-rape-as-part-of-a-non-recent-child-sexual-exploitation-in-south-manchester/ Operation Green Jacket – a multiagency investigation into non-recent child sexual exploitation (CSE) in South Manchester – is progressing with another suspect arrested. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:26:36 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/op-vulcan-officers-recover-firearm-with-dozens-of-rounds-of-ammunition-in-oldham/ Officers from Operation Vulcan recovered a handgun with dozens of rounds of ammunition during a search of an area of land in Oldham earlier this week. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:52:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-charged-with-multiple-offences-following-incident-in-oldham-on-monday/ A man has been charged following an incident on Counthill Road, Oldham on 25 August 2025. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:46:07 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/greater-manchester-police-step-up-security-operation-ahead-of-conservative-party-conference/ Greater Manchester Police is intensifying its security preparations ahead of the Conservative Party Conference taking place in Manchester later this year. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:54:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/collision-investigators-appeal-for-information-after-pedestrian-injured-in-oldham/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information following an incident in Oldham on Monday (25/8/25) that left a pedestrian seriously injured. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:28:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-in-stockport-arrest-balaclava-wearing-e-bike-rider-while-patrolling-the-area/ Officers secured the arrest of a teenage boy who was riding on a suspected stolen off-road bike in the Stockport area earlier this week. Sun, 24 Aug 2025 11:07:59 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/greater-manchester-police-welcomes-manchester-pride-2025/ We’re looking forward to welcoming thousands of people to the city centre this weekend for the return of Manchester Pride. Sat, 23 Aug 2025 07:59:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/breaking-the-cycle-of-crime-in-wigan-and-leigh/ As part of our ongoing Safe4Summer initiative across the summer and beyond, we have been tackling concerns that have been raised by our communities with a focus on e-bikes. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:05:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/illegal-vapes-and-tobacco-worth-over-386000-seized-during-city-of-manchester-operation/ A City of Manchester partnership operation has seen over £386,000 worth of illegal vapes, cigarettes and counterfeit goods seized as the team look to crack down on illegal items. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 17:45:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/new-pagearrests-made-after-warrants-in-moss-side-recovers-thousands-of-pounds-worth-of-drugs/man-charged-with-number-of-offences-following-crash-in-blackley/ Following an incident that happened on Factory Lane in Blackley last night, a man has been charged with a number of offences. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:38:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/bolton-safe4summer-avro-sees-45-arrests-and-significant-recoveries-in-day-of-action/ Operation Avro returned to Bolton on Thursday 21 August 2025, where an early morning briefing was held on the steps at Bolton Crown Court as Chief Superintendent Helen Critchley and Chief Inspector Chris Boyd briefed the teams on policing duties for the day. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:48:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-secures-first-indefinite-domestic-abuse-protection-order--longest-order-in-gm-to-date/ We’ve protected a victim with an indefinite Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) as part of the Home Office pilot. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:05:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/new-pagearrests-made-after-warrants-in-moss-side-recovers-thousands-of-pounds-worth-of-drugs/ Officers arrested five people for drug supply offences following a series of warrants executed in Moss Side as part of a dedicated operation. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:56:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-in-stockport-continue-to-tackle-asb-and-neighbourhood-crime/ Shoplifting arrests and charges are up, while incidents of anti-social behaviour are down in Stockport following proactive policing and community engagement in the town centre. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:13:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/neighbourhood-crime-down-as-increased-town-centre-patrols-continue-across-greater-manchester/ There were 800 fewer incidents of retail crime across Greater Manchester last month as we’re continuing to patrol key areas to keep town centres safe this summer. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:01:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-charged-with-assaulting-police-officer-following-incident-in-south-manchester/ We have charged Aaron Savage, (07/11/1993), of no fixed abode, with three counts of assault, including one of an emergency worker, following an incident in Withington on Tuesday night. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:29:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/four-officers-injured-while-making-arrests-in-two-separate-domestic-incidents/ Four police officers have been injured while responding to separate domestic incidents in Manchester while trying to make arrests. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:25:14 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-leads-national-effort-to-protect-assistance-dogs-from-attacks/ GMP has partnered with Assistance Dogs UK (ADUK) to launch a pioneering initiative aimed at improving the response to attacks on assistance dogs - ensuring victims receive justice, support, and protection. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:01:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/three-arrests-secured-as-vulcan-officers-tackle-drugs-supply-in-oldham/ After a thorough investigation into the distribution of controlled drugs, officers from Op Vulcan and the Oldham Complex Safeguarding Team executed a coordinated day of action this morning (19 August). Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:24:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/two-victims-receive-justice-after-investigation-by-two-of-gmps-dedicated-domestic-abuse-teams/ We have secured a four-year custodial sentence for Shamar Guthrie-Ellis, 22, of Ayres Road in Old Trafford, following a complex investigation into domestic abuse against two women in Greater Manchester. Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:51:54 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/four-arrests-made-in-latest-day-of-action-in-piccadilly-gardens/ Officers secured four arrests today (18 August) following a fresh day of action targeting suspected criminality in the Piccadily Gardens area. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 18:00:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/four-men-have-been-sentenced-following-a-machete-wielding-clash-outside-a-local-shop-in-moston/ Four men have been jailed for a total of 63 months for the part they played in a violent altercation outside a shop in North Manchester in April this year. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:29:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/we-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-the-recovery-of-the-body-of-a-woman-from-a-reservoir/ At around 4:50pm on Sunday 17 August 2025, emergency services responded to an incident at Strinesdale Reservoir, Oldham, after reports of a woman getting into difficulty in the water. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:07:27 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/appeal-for-footage-following-serious-collision-in-little-hulton/ We are investigating the circumstances of a serious collision between a car and cyclist on Manchester Road West, Little Hulton, yesterday (16 August 2025) afternoon. Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:29:29 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/a-woman-has-been-charged-under-the-dangerous-dog-act/ Isbah Ali (24/02/2004) of Bolton has been charged under section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act following an incident in the Standish area of Wigan. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:43:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/a-total-of-17-people-have-been-ordered-to-pay-nearly-15k-between-them-after-an-illegal-car-meet-in-trafford/ The group were handed the fines after appearing in court following the meet at Trafford Palazzo in March, 2025. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:13:09 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/we-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-the-discovery-of-the-body-of-a-man-in-moss-side-last-week/ At around 8. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:07:43 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/landmark-gmp-investigation-sees-kingpin-and-associates-jailed-for-almost-207-years-for-drugs-and-firearms-conspiracy---background/ In April 2020, following the infiltration of the once encrypted messaging service Encrochat by international law enforcement agencies, specialist detectives from our Serious Organised Crime Group launched a covert investigation into a large-scale drug, money laundering, and firearms conspiracy. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:09:33 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-in-oldham-engage-with-families-during-school-holiday-activity-day-in-derker2/ Officers from Operation Vulcan spent the day in Derker, for a community event in Stoneleigh Park. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:13:47 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/police-operation-in-bolton-town-centre-tackles-road-safety-and-anti-social-behaviour/ On Thursday 14th August, Chief Superintendent Helen Critchley, district commander for Bolton, and the south neighbourhood team led a proactive day of action in Bolton town centre as part of the force’s ongoing Safe4Summer campaign. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:31:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/multi-million-pound-drug-and-gun-gang-jailed-for-almost-207-years-following-large-scale-investigation/ The leader of a multi-million-pound drug and gun operation, who featured on the recent Channel 4 documentary  Operation Darkphone: Murder by Text, has been jailed for 43 years. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:14:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/operation-hurricane-cracks-down-on-illegal-activity-across-rochdale-as-four-bikes-are-seized/ Police teams across Rochdale joined forces on Sunday 10 August for a targeted off-road bike operation, aimed at tackling illegal and anti-social vehicle use across the district. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:40:38 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-hunt-wanted-man-convicted-of-child-sex-offences-in-bury/ Following a four-day trial at Manchester Crown Court, Hassan Mahmood (11/10/2001) has been found guilty on four counts of child sexual offences. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:34:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmps-role-in-landmark-organised-crime-crackdown-highlighted-in-new-channel-4-documentary/ Greater Manchester Police’s key role in one of the UK’s most significant criminal investigations into organised crime has been spotlighted in Channel 4’s new documentary series, Operation Dark Phone: Murder by Text, which aired in earlier this summer. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:58:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/investigators-appeal-for-information-after-man-dies-in-bolton/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a man died in Bolton. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:40:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-and-partners-ensure-safe-and-enjoyable-environment-at-caribbean-carnival/ This year’s Caribbean Carnival has come to end for another year, and saw officers engage in an extensive partnership operation. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:54:53 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/witness-and-victim-sought-as-part-of-investigation-into-assault-outside-deansgate-bar/ Officers are appealing for information and are attempting to locate a witness after a man was seriously injured in an incident outside a bar on Deansgate on Saturday night (9 August). Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:01:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/appeal-for-information-after-woman-dies-after-being-found-unconscious-on-road/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a woman died after being found unconscious on a road on the Oldham/Tameside border yesterday (10/8/25). Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:27:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-supporting-manchesters-caribbean-carnival-over-the-weekend/ This year’s Caribbean Carnival has officially started, with thousands of people lining the streets as part of the weekend fun and celebrations. Sat, 09 Aug 2025 17:28:39 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-pleads-guilty-to-offences-following-incident-in-middleton/ A man appeared at Manchester Magistrates Court today, Friday 8 August 2025 and pleaded guilty to multiple offences following an incident outside a school in Middleton. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:08:56 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/private-tutor-sentenced-to-14-years-for-sexual-assault-of-five-women-and-girls/ Following a four-week trial in July this year, a man has been sentenced to 14 years – 11 of those in prison, of which he must serve two-thirds, with a further three on extended license, at Manchester Crown Court on Thursday 7 August 2025. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:30:04 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-appeal-for-information-after-number-of-sexual-offences-reported-in-bolton/ We are appealing for more information after a number of reports were made regarding a man entering elderly women's properties and exposing himself and performing sexual acts on himself. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:39:57 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/whitefield-neighbourhood-team-strengthens-community-safety-with-new-defibrillator-installation/ The Whitefield Neighbourhood Policing Team has partnered with the Community Resuscitation Team at North West Ambulance Service to enhance public safety through the installation of a new defibrillator in the heart of Whitefield. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:52:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/two-men-arrested-after-viral-video-of-jewish-people-being-sprayed-with-water/ Two men have been arrested today (Thursday 7 August 2025) in Farnworth, Bolton, after a video which was widely shared online, appeared to show occupants of a vehicle spraying water specifically at members of the Jewish community. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:21:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/further-man-charged-following-warrant-in-cheetham-hill-industrial-unit/ A further man has been charged following a warrant at an industrial unit on Stanley Street, Cheetham Hill, and a house search in Ashton on Monday 4 August. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:54:35 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/father-and-son-drug-suppliers-jailed-after-police-uncover-millions-of-pounds-worth-of-cocaine-due-to-be-sent-across-uk/ Richard Hoyland (14/10/1979), of Lineholme Avenue, Todmorden was jailed for 10 years while his father Malcolm Hoyland (03/05/1945) of Meade Hill Road, Prestwich was jailed for seven years and three months for conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:23:40 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/minister-joins-officers-for-walkabout-to-see-safe4summer-work-in-bury-town-centre/ GMP welcomed Angela Eagle MP to Bury Town Centre on Wednesday morning to see the work being done in conjunction with the force’s blitz on ASB. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:06:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-supporting-national-retail-crime-strategy-to-tackle-shoplifters-and-protect-businesses/   Greater Manchester Police is supporting the Tackling Retail Crime Together Strategy as part of a brand-new national campaign which is promoting work being done to support businesses. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:00:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/family-pay-tribute-to-one-of-a-kind-craig-foy/ The family of Craig Foy (40) from Whitefield, whose body was sadly discovered in Heaton Park on Sunday 3 August 2025, after being reported missing the previous week, have issued a tribute to Craig: “Beloved Craig Foy (aka Kirwan) - Son, brother, father, uncle, and friend to many. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:56:30 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-charged-after-drugs-and-cash-seized-during-warrant/ A man has been charged following a drugs warrant that took place in Salford on Tuesday 5 August 2025. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:54:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-jailed-for-string-of-burglaries-in-manchester-city-centre/ A man has been sentenced to 44 months in prison at Manchester Crown Court after admitting to a series of commercial burglaries across Manchester city centre. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:42:58 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/local-officers-bust-drug-den-in-brinnington/ Stockport neighbourhood officers have uncovered a cannabis farm worth £87,000 following a warrant at a property in Brinnington. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:04:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-possession-of-an-offensive-weapon-in-middleton/ Around midday today (Wednesday 6 August), we responded to reports of a male acting suspiciously outside a school on Heywood Old Road, Middleton. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:22:51 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/three-men-charged-and-further-arrest-made-following-warrant-at-cheetham-hill-industrial-unit/ Following a warrant at an industrial unit on Stanley Street, Cheetham Hill, and a house search in Ashton on Monday 4 August, three men have been charged. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:01:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/three-men-being-questioned-on-suspicion-of-drugs-offences-following-challenger-warrants/ Three men are in police custody after our City of Manchester Central Challenger team carried out two warrants this morning. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:52:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/strengthening-community-ties-and-reducing-violence-through-sport-and-mentorship/ In a demonstration of partnership and community engagement, Detective Chief Inspector Rick Thompson, who helps to lead Op Venture, our dedicated knife crime team which are part of the GM Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), spotted an opportunity to strengthen relationships between local youth and Greater Manchester Police (GMP) through sport. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:22:42 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/two-more-men-charged-with-murder-after-death-of-mohammed-afzal-in-bury/ Biryan Ak (23/11/2005) of Norman Grove, Longsight and Mohammed Rayhan (29/6/2006) of Chauncy Road, Failsworth will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today (Wednesday 6 August 2025). Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:41:11 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/several-hundred-thousand-prescription-tablets-seized-during-cheetham-hill-warrant/ Two arrests have been made after illicit prescription drugs were recovered from an industrial unit in Cheetham Hill. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:39:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/two-men-sentenced-for-firearms-offences-in-oldham/ Two men have been sentenced to 14 years and 5 months in prison following a shooting in Oldham in November 2024. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:31:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-appeal-for-information-after-items-taken-in-salford-commercial-burglary/ Officers are appealing for information as they investigate reports of a commercial burglary at a business on Worsley Road in Salford. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:00:31 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-charged-with-murder-following-death-of-mohammed-afzal-in-bury/ Abbas Hussain (18/02/2006) of Bolton has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:14:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/summer-disorder-across-manchester-a-year-on-and-investigators-are-still-hunting-these-suspects/ Detectives have been coordinating with national police teams and have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and media footage to identify all those responsible for the disorder in and around Greater Manchester last summer. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:05:41 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/officers-make-two-further-arrests-in-connection-with-bury-murder-investigation/ Officers investigating the death of 19-year-old Mohammed Afzal in Bury on Friday have made two further arrests. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:47:20 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/detectives-discover-body-in-the-search-for-missing-bury-man-craig-foy/ Following the search for missing Whitefield man Craig Foy, we can now sadly confirm that a body has been found in connection with our investigation. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:45:40 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/14-criminal-behaviour-orders-now-active-in-stockport-town-centre/ Officers in Stockport have secured a further Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) in the district’s bid to tackle retail crime across Stockport town centre. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:09:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-armed-with-a-machete-who-assaulted-members-of-the-public-has-been-sentenced-to-eight-years-in-prison/ Jamal Walker-Bailey (26/05/1999), of Burford Road, Whalley Range, was found guilty of two counts of attempted Grievous Bodily Harm after a trial at Manchester Crown Court that ended on Friday 1 August 2025. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 15:32:00 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/closure-order-granted-for-prestwich-convenience-store-following-drug-seizures/ A convenience store in Prestwich has been served with a three-month Closure Order following repeated incidents of suspected drug dealing and serious nuisance to the local community. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 14:47:22 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/teenager-who-died-in-bury-named-as-mohammed-afzal/ Mohammed, 19, was attacked just before 9pm in a car park on Market Street. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 14:28:24 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/detectives-make-three-arrests-following-death-of-teenager-in-bury/ Officers have arrested three teenagers in connection with the death of a 19-year-old in Bury. Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:02:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/gmp-cooperating-with-iopc-investigation-into-death-of-man-who-fell-ill-in-wigan-custody/ Staff found him alone and unresponsive in his cell at around 2.30am on Friday 1 August. He sadly died in hospital on the morning of Sunday 3 August Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/manchester-protests-pass-safely-after-busy-day-in-city-centre/ We had a large number of dedicated resources deployed to the city on Saturday (2 August) as we worked with partners to put in place prepared plans to ensure the day passed with little incident Sat, 02 Aug 2025 17:21:45 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/detectives-launch-murder-investigation-after-teenager-attacked-in-bury/ Detectives have launched a murder investigation after a teenager died in Bury. Sat, 02 Aug 2025 10:25:32 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/appeal-after-motorcyclist-dies-following-m60-collision/ Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit is appealing for witnesses following a collision on the M60 in which a motorcyclist died. Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:10:19 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/operation-venture-officers-seize-numerous-illegal-weapons-and-drugs-amid-new-blade-ban/   Officers have made a number of arrests after a large amount of suspected drugs and weapons were found at a property in Gorton. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:45:01 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/oldham-man-jailed-after-150-wraps-of-crack-cocaine-found-during-house-search/ A man from Oldham has been jailed for 21 months after police uncovered a quantity of drugs and cash during a routine arrest at his home. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:11:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/man-jailed-for-controlling-behaviour-and-attacks-on-woman/ A man has been jailed for 32 months and received a 10-year restraining order following a campaign of controlling and coercive behaviour against a woman in Stockport. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:07:50 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/six-illegal-e-bikes-seized-as-gmp-rides-on-with-safe4summer/ On 31 July, plain clothed and uniformed officers took to the streets to pump the brakes on the illegal use e-bikes. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:28:26 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/august/appeal-for-witnesses-after-fatal-e-scooter-collision-in-wythenshawe/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information following a fatal collision in Wythenshawe earlier this year. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:07:16 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/nine-arrests-made-in-salford-as-part-of-major-operation-targeting-drug-importation/ Nine people have been arrested following a series of coordinated warrants executed across Salford this morning (31 July), as part of a forcewide operation targeting the importation and distribution of cannabis into Greater Manchester. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:36:08 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/gmp-response-to-bbc-moors-murders-documentary/ Greater Manchester Police’s investigation into Keith’s disappearance has remained open since 1964. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:34:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/man-convicted-of-assaulting-two-female-police-officers-and-a-member-of-the-public/ A man from Rochdale has been found guilty of assaulting a man and two female police officers during an incident at Manchester Airport on Tuesday 23 July 2024. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 17:07:52 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/two-arrests-made-in-bolton-as-part-of-county-lines-crackdown/ Two people have been arrested following early morning warrants in Leonard Street and Tarleton Place, Bolton, as part of GMP’s ongoing efforts to disrupt county lines drug supply networks. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 14:59:21 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/six-arrests-secured-as-op-vulcan-tackles-drug-importation-in-derker/ Six people were arrested following door-smashing warrants in Oldham this morning (30 July) as part of work tackling the importation of drugs into the area. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:35:10 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/our-serious-collision-investigation-unit-are-appealing-for-info-following-an-rtc-in-stockport/ It is believed that the driver of a Honda CR-V has suffered a medical episode at the wheel, before colliding with a Range Rover Evoque at low speed. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 17:33:28 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/charge-secured-after-drugs-and-firearms-recovered-in-chorlton/ Kristen O’Reilly (31/07/1989) of Marham Close, Chorlton, has now been charged with possession of a firearm and possession with intent to supply crack cocaine. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:52:05 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/charges-secured-against-15-year-old-boy-in-relation-to-incident-in-middleton-last-week/ The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with robbery and will appear at Manchester and Salford Youth Court on 18/08/25. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:01:25 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/wigan-drug-dealers-jailed-after-challenger-investigation-takes-down-500000-operation/ Two dealers who were selling drugs across Wigan have been jailed after our Challenger officers took down their operation. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 11:24:12 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/arrest-made-after-four-firearms-recovered-in-chorlton/ Officers arrived at Marham Close on Monday 28 July 2025 to execute an early morning drugs warrant and found a total of four firearms in the property. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:04:46 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/operation-vulcan-seizes-off-road-bikes-during-day-of-action-in-derker/ Operation Vulcan seized five off-road bikes and stopped a further sixteen vehicles during a day of action in the Derker area at the weekend. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:27:02 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/jacobs-journey-a-mothers-love-loss-and-fight-for-change-after-14-year-old-son-dies-after-e-scooter-collision-in-wythenshawe/ On Wednesday 19 March 2025, she received a call from her partner to say that her son – 14-year-old Jacob Calland – had been involved in a road traffic collision on Southmoor Road. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:13:18 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/man-jailed-for-non-recent-child-sex-offences-in-rochdale/ The offences occurred between 1987 and 1998 in Rochdale. Sun, 27 Jul 2025 13:55:49 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/investigation-update-as-work-continues-following-death-of-teenage-boy-in-middleton/ Officers are continuing to investigate the death of fifteen-year-old Devon Simmonds-Caines in Middleton, after securing a charge for murder. Sat, 26 Jul 2025 16:22:44 +0100 http://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2025/july/former-doctor-jailed-for-six-years-sexually-assaulting-patients-in-wigan/ Today (25 July 2025) Vijay Gaikwad (20/10/1980) of St Catherines Gardens, Lowton was sentenced to six years at Bolton Crown Court for multiple counts of sexual assault. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:34:43 +0100