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Child, 3, in Car Driven at 150mph to Escape Police

Two men have been arrested after a harrowing police chase involving a car carrying a three-year-old child and a dog, reaching speeds of up to 150mph. The pursuit culminated in a crash into a lamp post in Bentley Street, Rochdale, leaving authorities shocked and alarmed by the reckless endangerment of lives. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) […]

Three Men Charged with Terror Offences After Raids Across Greater Manchester

Three men have been charged with terror offences following a series of raids across Greater Manchester, police have confirmed. Walid Saadaoui, 36, and Amar Hussein, 50, face charges of preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to section 5(1)(b) of the Terrorism Act 2006. Additionally, Bilel Saadaoui, 35, has been charged with failure to disclose information about […]

A drug dealer living the high life with an upscale City Centre apartment and top-of-the-range vehicle has been jailed

Angus McBeath, of Owen Street in the City Centre received his sentence this week at Manchester Crown Court. His co-defendant, Connor Turner, from Crewe in Cheshire, received a suspended sentence. The court heard how, on the morning of Wednesday 8 March 2023, GMP searched McBeath’s address in South Tower, Owen Street after waking him up […]

Trio Detained in Coordinated Police Operation

In a coordinated operation, Greater Manchester Police have apprehended three individuals on suspicion of commission, preparation, and instigation of acts of terrorism. The arrests, carried out at three separate locations, involved individuals aged 35, 36, and 51, who were subsequently taken into custody for questioning. Symbolizing a proactive response to potential threats, the police executed […]

Man charged with attempted murder of a GMP officer in Trafford

Charges have been authorised following an incident at the weekend where one of our officers was targeted after responding to an incident. Kyle Woods of Wendover Road, Urmston has been charged with attempted murder and dangerous driving.

Police Hunt Gunmen After Armed Oldham Attack

Police are hunting for armed gunmen after a shooting in Oldham that was captured on Snapchat. Officers were called to Prince Edward Avenue in the early hours of today after reports of a firearms discharge. Officers swiftly arrived at the scene and confirmed that a shooting had taken place. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in […]

Pensioner Robbed on Moston Lane, Manchester: Police Seek Public Assistance

Greater Manchester Police are appealing for information regarding the identity of a man involved in the robbery of an elderly individual on Moston Lane, Manchester this morning. The incident occurred at approximately 10:20 BST when an 80-year-old man was withdrawing money. According to PC Kelly from GMP North Manchester, this reprehensible crime has shaken the […]

Tragic House Fire in Wigan Claims Lives of Father and Young Son

In a heart-wrenching incident early Sunday morning, a house fire in Wigan resulted in the deaths of a four-year-old boy and his father, who heroically rescued his son from the flames. The child, Ethan Mason, succumbed to severe burns covering at least 70% of his body and passed away in the hospital today, police confirmed. […]

Joyrider Hijacks Police Car in Rochdale, Greater Manchester

In a daring and brazen act, a joyrider seized control of a police car in Kirkholt, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, while an officer was in pursuit of a suspect. The incident, captured on video and circulated online, showcases the audacious prankster manoeuvring the unoccupied BMW 4×4 along residential streets. The footage, uploaded on Sunday, depicts the […]

Five Arrested After Police Discover Suspected Human Remains of Baby

Five individuals have been arrested following the discovery of what authorities believe to be human remains of a young baby. The arrests were made after officers conducted an investigation into the matter. Those apprehended are reported to be aged between 20 and 70 years old. They are currently being held on suspicion of concealing a […]

Urgent Manhunt for Suspect in Bradford Stabbing Following Bail for Prior Assault

In a tragic turn of events, 27-year-old Kulsuma Akter was fatally stabbed in Bradford’s city centre while shopping with her five-month-old son on Saturday. West Yorkshire Police have launched a manhunt for 25-year-old Habibur Masum, who is suspected of the murder and was on bail for assaulting and threatening to kill Akter. The attack occurred […]

Murder Investigation Launched After Discovery of Human Remains in Salford Nature Reserve

In a chilling development that has shocked the community of Salford, Greater Manchester, police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a human torso wrapped in plastic at Kersal Dale Nature Reserve. A 20-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Saturday night, as confirmed by Greater Manchester Police. The gruesome […]

Murder Investigation Launched After Human Remains Found in Salford Nature Reserve

A murder investigation has been initiated following the discovery of unidentified human remains in a nature reserve in Salford. The incident unfolded on Kersal Dale, near the Kersal Wetlands, when a member of the public stumbled upon an unknown item wrapped in plastic at approximately 5:50 pm yesterday (April 4). Upon examination by a pathologist, […]

Met officers from south-east London led a meticulous three-year investigation into a sexual offender who targeted children online

Vinnie Pinkham, 19 (15.11.04) of Restons Crescent, Eltham was sentenced on Thursday 28 March at Woolwich Crown Court to seven years in prison and given a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order after he was convicted of: During a Met investigation, detectives gathered evidence to show Pinkham attempted to befriend children aged six to eight across […]

Father and son jailed for drug conspiracy

On Thursday 28 March 2024, a father and son were sentenced at Bolton Crown Court to a combined 12 years and 9 months in jail following an investigation by Greater Manchester Police’s Salford Challenger Team. Antony Peers and his son, also called Antony Peers both of North Lane, Astley were jailed for 4 years 6 […]

Investigation Continues on Manchester Murder, Two Suspects Detained

Detectives are currently questioning two suspects in connection with the murder of a man on Olympic Street in Beswick, Greater Manchester. The incident occurred yesterday, Saturday, March 16. Shortly before 11.00 Greater Manchester Police responded to reports of an unresponsive male on Olympic Street. Despite the valiant efforts of emergency services and courageous members of […]

GMP Responds to Alleged Stabbing Incident in Murray Road, Bury

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Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are actively responding to an incident on Murray Road in Bury. The situation involves what is believed to be a stabbing, and officers are conducting further inquiries.

The injuries sustained by the three victims are not considered life-threatening. While no arrests have been made at this time, the investigation remains ongoing.

Detective Chief Inspector John Charlton, from GMP’s Bury division, provided the following statement: “We believe this incident was a targeted attack, and we are relieved that no one has suffered life-threatening injuries. There is no immediate threat to the wider public, and we consider this to be an isolated incident.”

Residents in the local area may notice heightened police patrols, but there is no cause for alarm. These patrols are in place to support and reassure the community.

GMP urges anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. If you have relevant footage, including CCTV, mobile, Ring doorbell, or dash cam recordings, please make a report by calling 101 and quoting reference number 1338 of 11/03/2024. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

John Belfield has been charged with murder, conspiracy to murder, manslaughter, conspiracy to rob, and conspiracy to supply class A drugs.

The charges stem from an investigation into the tragic death of Thomas Campbell, aged 38. Campbell was discovered lifeless at his home address on Riverside in Mossley, a small town in Greater Manchester, around 10:30 on Sunday, July 3, 2022. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Three individuals have faced trial for their involvement in Thomas Campbell’s demise:

Reece Steven (29), residing on Poplar Street in Middleton, was found guilty of murder with conspiracy to rob. His sentence: life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 37 years.

Steven Cleworth (38), living on Charles Street in Heywood, was convicted of manslaughter with conspiracy to rob. His sentence: life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 12 years.

Coleen Campbell (38), residing on Bamford Street in Manchester, was found guilty of manslaughter with conspiracy to rob. Her sentence: 13 years, with a minimum of two-thirds to be served behind bars.

Detective Chief Inspector Liz Hopkinson, leading Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team, expressed gratitude to their partners in the National Crime Agency and Suriname law enforcement, as well as their colleagues in GMP’s Specialist Operations and Force Critical Wanted Unit.

The investigation continues if you possess any information related to this case, please contact detectives on 0161 856 6377 or reach out anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

Belfield now finds himself remanded into custody, awaiting a court appearance before a Magistrate at a later date.

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