Bolton Man Sentenced to 13 Years for Rape of Elderly Woman and Sexual Assault of a Minor
Issa Brayzi-Pour, a resident of Longcauseway in Farnworth, Bolton, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison with an extended license of five years after being found guilty of the rape of a 70-year-old woman, inciting a child into sexual activity, and sexual assault of a child. The sentence was handed down at Minshull Street […]
A wanted man who fled the country was left “speechless” after returning on a plane and finding police waiting for him
Anas Bahbaishi, aged 33, bought a one-way ticket to Saudi Arabia after being charged with driving whilst disqualified. The businessman was due to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on 10 May but flew out of London Heathrow four days earlier.
Arrest Made Following Reports of Sexual Assaults in Tameside
In a series of disturbing incidents, officers from the Greater Manchester Police have announced the arrest of a man in connection with several sexual assaults in the Tameside area. The reports received by the police spanned a period of three days, starting from Friday, July 8, 2023, and concluding on Monday, July 10, 2023. Eight […]
Serious Collision Unit Appeals for Information Following Motorcycle Collision
The Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) Serious Collision Unit is urging the public to come forward with any information related to a collision that occurred on the Loop in Salford. The incident, which took place at approximately 14.05 yesterday, involved a motorcycle colliding with a tree. Upon receiving reports of the accident, officers and emergency responders […]
Police Release Image of Wanted Man in Connection to Wigan Firearms Discharge
Detectives in Wigan have released an image of Scott Higgins, of Kirkhall Lane in Leigh, whom they wish to speak to in connection with a firearms discharge incident on Fisher Close in the town on Saturday, 8 July 2023. At approximately 10pm on Saturday, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) received multiple calls reporting the discharge of […]
Mother sentenced for murdering five-year-old son
Claire Scanlon ( of Limeside, Oldham has, been sentenced to 18 years, after being found guilty of the murder of Dylan Scanlon. Dylan died at their home on New Years Eve 2021.
Thug for hire jailed for drugs and firearms offences
At Manchester Crown Court, Khassim Lawrence was sentenced to 5 years and 10 months behind bars years after he pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and conspiracy to supply cocaine. Offenders are not known by their real names on EncroChat but by ‘handles’, with Khassim Lawrence being known […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses in Attempted Kidnapping Incident
Lancashire Police in Oldham are seeking witnesses following a reported attempted kidnapping incident that occurred on Friday, 14 July 2023. At around 20.00 BST a woman was allegedly approached by two men who were driving a small white van near the junction of Lily Street and Godson Street. According to the victim, the men forcibly […]
GMP Issues Statement After Reports of Malicious Communications Sent to Schools Across Manchester
In an alarming development this morning, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has been alerted to reports of malicious communications sent to schools across the City of Manchester. Responding swiftly, GMP has launched an investigation into these incidents, collaborating with partner agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of local communities. Detective Inspector Michelle Buchanan, representing GMP’s […]
Former and Serving GMP Officers Sentenced for Assaulting Prisoner
A former Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Police Sergeant (PS) and a serving Custody Detention Officer (CDO) have received community orders after being found guilty of assaulting a prisoner in an internal investigation. Former PS Ian Dunn was convicted of assault at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on July 10, 2023, while CDO Warren Clarke, had previously pleaded […]
A driver who caused the death of a 63-year-old cyclist has been jailed for 14 months
Ratthore Singh was sentenced to a 14-month immediate custodial sentence at Minshull Street Crown Court after he pled guilty to Causing Death by Careless Driving and Causing Death whilst driving without a licence during his first appearance at Magistrates Court in Manchester Magistrates Court on 11th May 2023. The convictions relate to a fatal road traffic […]
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Murder Following Incident in Trafford
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a domestic disturbance occurred at a property on Riddings Road in Timperley, Trafford, on Sunday afternoon. Police were called to the scene at approximately 2.30pm in response to the reports. Emergency services swiftly arrived, and they discovered a man in his 80s in a critical […]
Manchester Arena Attack: Police Officer Who Led Response to Bombing Could Face Criminal Charges
A former chief inspector at Greater Manchester Police, Dale Sexton, who led the initial response to the Manchester Arena bombing, may face criminal charges over statements he made during reviews of the terror attack, according to the police watchdog. Sexton, who retired after the attack, denied feeling “overwhelmed” by the aftermath of the bombing during […]
A prolific burglar who stole from families and even children in Sutton Coldfield has been jailed
Artur Purawiec was jailed on 28 June after being found guilty of seven burglaries in Birmingham and Staffordshire in 2022. One of the burglaries saw him steal jewellery, cash and other valuables, including those of young children, from a family in Sutton Coldfield.
Oldham Residents Urged To Be Vigilant After Car Jacking Incidents
Police in Oldham are currently investigating a series of robberies in the Shaw and Failsworth area after receiving multiple reports from victims. A total of seven incidents have been reported to the police between 12 and 28 June. Preliminary investigations suggest that the robbers are targeting victims’ vehicles, using threats of violence to gain access. […]
Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Sexual Offences
Francis Henshaw a resident of Bury New Road in Heywood, has been handed a nine-year prison sentence with a two-year extended licence after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault. The conviction is the outcome of the dedicated work carried out by officers from the Greater Manchester Police (GMP), who displayed professionalism and unwavering […]
Man Arrested for Assaulting Three Police Officers
In an unfortunate incident on Saturday, July 1, 2022, a man was arrested after assaulting three on-duty police officers in Oldham. The incident occurred following a road traffic collision on Middleton Road, prompting a response from the Greater Manchester Police (GMP). Upon arriving at the scene, the officers discovered that two vehicles had been involved […]
Man jailed for seven years after huge wholesale drug supply uncovered
A man has been jailed for seven years after GMP officers uncovered a kilogram of cocaine during a stop – before an investigation revealed links to wholesale drugs supply. Alan Nisbet (05/10/1986) of Towyn Avenue, Salford, received the sentence at Manchester Crown Court yesterday (Wednesday 28 June 2023)
