Motorcycle Theft Outside Manchester Crown Court
A brazen theft occurred in broad daylight outside Manchester Crown Court on Piccadilly, near Aytoun Street, on Wednesday, 18 September, when a Yamaha XSR700 motorcycle was stolen by thieves who arrived on a moped. According to the victim, the perpetrators cut through the motorcycle’s lock chain before making off with the vehicle. The incident has […]
Second Arrest Made in Kidnapping of Elderly Man in West Yorkshire
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and assault of an 87-year-old man in West Yorkshire, police reported today. The arrest, made this morning in Royton, marks the second apprehension in the ongoing investigation. The incident, which occurred on September 15, involved the elderly victim being forcibly taken from the Lee […]
Former Greater Manchester Police Inspector Barred from Policing After Unauthorised Work at Qatar World Cup
A former Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officer, Tariq Butt, will be barred from policing after it was revealed he took up a job at the Qatar 2022 World Cup while claiming to be on a career break. Following an investigation led by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) and conducted by GMP’s Anti-Corruption Unit, […]
Man Arrested in Connection with Alleged Kidnapping of Elderly Man in Oldham
A 39-year-old man has been taken into custody on suspicion of kidnapping following a disturbing incident in Oldham, Greater Manchester, involving an 87-year-old victim. Detective Inspector Emma Hulston from the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Major Incident Team stated, “We are still establishing the full circumstances of this horrendous incident, including putting together an exact timeline […]
Greater Manchester Police Seek Public Assistance After Mobility Scooter Theft in Eccles
Greater Manchester Police are appealing for help from the public following the theft of a mobility scooter belonging to an elderly woman in Eccles. The incident took place on September 8, 2024, at approximately 7pm on Clarendon Road, leaving the victim, an octogenarian with severe mobility issues, without her primary means of transportation and independence. […]
Tragedy as 15-Year-Old Boy Dies After Getting Into Difficulty at Wigan Beauty Spot
A 15-year-old boy has tragically died after getting into difficulty in the water at Scotman’s Flash, a popular beauty spot, on Saturday afternoon (September 7). Emergency services rushed to the scene at around 3 PM after reports of the boy struggling in the water. Despite the efforts of members of the public who bravely attempted […]
Criminal Investigation Launched Over Manchester Airport ‘Stamp’ Incident CCTV Leak
A criminal investigation has been launched following the leak of CCTV footage to the Manchester Evening News (M.E.N.) regarding a controversial incident involving a police officer at Manchester Airport. The footage, which went viral after being shared widely on social media, shows an officer allegedly kicking and stamping on a man during an altercation at […]
Greater Manchester Police Make Significant Progress in Prosecuting Disorder Suspects
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have made significant strides in their efforts to hold accountable those involved in violent disorders that swept through the region in late July and early August 2024. The unrest affected areas in Manchester city centre, Piccadilly Gardens, Newton Heath, Rochdale, and Bolton, with assaults reported on members of the public, police […]
Market Street in Manchester Cordoned Off Following Police Incident
A section of Market Street in Manchester city centre was cordoned off tonight following a police incident near the Market Street tram stop. Police and paramedics were dispatched to the area, which led to significant disruption in the busy city centre. Eyewitnesses reported seeing paramedics and police officers attending to a stationary tram at the […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Suspected Arson Attack in Rochdale
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are appealing for witnesses after a suspected arson attack at a property on Halifax Road in Rochdale. The incident occurred at around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 4 September. Emergency services responded to the scene, where five people, including three children, were treated for injuries. Fortunately, none of the injuries are believed […]
Taxi Driver Charged with Rape After Assaulting Woman
A taxi driver has been charged with rape following the assault of a 29-year-old woman in Wigan. The incident occurred on September 19, 2020, after the victim had been out for drinks and a meal with friends at a pub in the area. Later that night, after spending time at a friend’s house, she ordered […]
Man Sentenced to 27 Years for Brutal Assault in Middleton
A violent assault inside a caravan in Greater Manchester has led to the arrest and conviction of a man identified as O’Dea. The incident, which occurred after O’Dea forced his way into the caravan armed with an axe and a knife, was motivated by a financial dispute. According to investigators, the assailant viciously attacked the […]
Police Seek Man in Connection with Alleged Sexual Offence in Manchester’s Gay Village
Police are investigating a serious incident that took place in Manchester’s Gay Village area early this morning. At approximately 1:30am, a 21-year-old male victim was reported to have met an unknown man in the area. Later that night, the victim lost consciousness and awoke the following morning in his hotel room with no memory of […]
Family of ‘beloved father, brother and uncle’ pay tribute as murder investigation continues
Detectives are continuing their investigation into the tragic death of a man who succumbed to his injuries after being trapped in a fire at a property in Wigan. The victim, who has now been identified as Mark Vernal, was in his 40s. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Mr. Vernal tragically passed away due […]
Male Rape Investigation Underway in Manchester: Charity and Police Collaborate
Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team is currently investigating a disturbing series of rapes that have occurred in Manchester city centre. The investigation is being supported by We Are Survivors, a leading charity that provides support for male victims and survivors of sexual violence in the area. A 47-year-old man has been remanded in custody […]
Update on Manchester Airport Incident: Second Police Officer Under Criminal Investigation, Assailants Yet to be Charged
In the latest developments surrounding the violent incident at Manchester Airport on 23 July, a second police officer involved in the altercation has been informed by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) that he will face a criminal investigation. Meanwhile, the two males who assaulted the officers have yet to be charged, sparking outrage […]
Teenager First Rioter Jailed After Widespread Disorder Across England and Wales
In the wake of nationwide riots, an 18-year-old has become the first person to be jailed for his involvement in the widespread disorder. James Nelson, from Victoria Road, Horwich, pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage during the riots in Bolton on Sunday. He was sentenced to two months in prison at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on […]
Teen Sentenced to Prison Following Bolton Protest
A 19-year-old man has been sentenced to two months in prison following his involvement in a protest that took place in Bolton on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Nelson’s swift sentencing reflects the judiciary’s firm stance on handling those involved in the recent unrest. Greater Manchester Police confirmed Nelson’s involvement in the destruction of police property […]
