Dog Attack in Denton Leaves Three Hospitalised – Including One-Year-Old Child
Three people, including a one-year-old child, have been rushed to hospital following a violent dog attack in Denton, Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed officers were called to Baslow Road at approximately 5:50pm on Thursday, 29 May, following reports that several people had been attacked by a dog. “Three people, a one-year-old child and […]
Ex-GMP Inspector Toby Knight Barred from Policing After Sex Worker Misconduct Scandal
Former Greater Manchester Police Inspector Toby Knight has been barred from policing after years of on-duty contact with sex workers. Public outrage follows misconduct ruling.
Manhunt Launched for Tino Williams in Connection with Bury Murder
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have launched a public appeal to locate Tino Williams, 23, who is wanted in connection with the murder of Brandon Porter Kershaw in Bury. Fatal Incident on Porritt Street The incident occurred at around 8:10pm on Monday, 19 May 2025, when GMP officers were called to Porritt Street following reports of […]
Appeal Launched After Two Teen Motorcyclists Killed in Salford Collision
Greater Manchester Police have launched an urgent appeal for information following a tragic road traffic collision in Salford that resulted in the deaths of two teenage motorcyclists. Alternatively: Call 101 Use LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk Or report anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111
Ringleader of UK-Wide Drugs and Firearms Conspiracy Ordered to Repay £350,000
A convicted criminal who orchestrated a nationwide drugs and firearms conspiracy has been ordered to pay back £350,000 of his criminal gains, following a court ruling under the Proceeds of Crime Act. 25-Year Sentence for EncroChat Kingpin Umair Zaheer, 37, formerly of Somerset Road, Eccles, is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence after he […]
Witness Appeal After Man Assaulted and Left Unconscious in Middleton
A 62-year-old man was assaulted and left unconscious near Middleton Cemetery. Police are appealing for witnesses to the 6 May attack on Green Lane and Stanycliffe Lane.
Elderly Woman Dies After Collision with Cyclist During Organised Ride in Tameside
An 80-year-old woman has died after being hit by a cyclist during an organised event on Mottram Road, Stalybridge. GMP are appealing for witnesses.
Off-Road Bike Seized by Police in Oldham Crackdown
Police seize illegal off-road bike in Oldham at Frederick Street and Chamber Road. Officers continue crackdown on dangerous riding.
Police Seal Off Street After Suspicious House Fire in Heald Green, Stockport
Police launch investigation after house fire on Wilmslow Road, Heald Green. No injuries reported. Forensics at scene as enquiries into cause continue.
Shock as Five Retired GMP Officers Arrested Over 1960s Child Sex Abuse Claims
Five retired Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers have been arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of a young girl in the 1960s, sparking widespread outrage and an urgent call for justice. The arrests come after months of painstaking investigation by GMP’s specialist officers, following allegations made by a courageous woman who was under the […]
Horror in Rochdale: Woman Dies and Child Injured After Car Hits Pedestrians in Two Separate Incidents
A woman has died and three others, including a child, have been injured after a car hit pedestrians at two locations in Rochdale. Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder.
Five Iranian Nationals Held Over Suspected Terror Plot as Met Secures Warrants for Extended Detention
Five Iranian nationals were arrested in a major UK-wide counter terrorism operation. Warrants have been secured to detain four of the men for further questioning. Investigation continues.
Air Ambulance Lands at Tesco Car Park as Police Respond to Serious Incident in Leigh
An air ambulance has landed on the Tesco car park at Loom Retail Park in Leigh as emergency services respond to a serious incident this morning (Thursday, 1 May). Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that the air ambulance was deployed due to an incident occurring nearby. Officers, along with paramedics and fire crews, were seen […]
Wigan Van Driver Arrested After Failing MOT, Drug Swipe and Licence Checks
GMP Traffic stop van in Wigan for MOT failure, discover no licence, no insurance, drug driving, and drugs with cash. One arrest made in major traffic and crime crackdown.
Three Men Jailed Over Blackrod Grooming Gang Crimes in Bolton
Three men from Bolton have been sentenced today (Monday, 28 April 2025) for a series of serious sexual offences against girls under the age of 16, following a major investigation into a grooming gang operating in Blackrod. The men were convicted of multiple offences including rape, sexual activity with children, and the making of indecent […]
Police Condemn ‘Extremely Disappointing’ Vandalism in Leigh Town Centre
Officers have expressed their frustration after yobs caused damage in Leigh town centre during the early hours of Sunday morning (April 27). A spokesperson for GMP said: “It is extremely disappointing to see acts of mindless vandalism such as this. These planters were there to enhance the environment for everyone who visits Leigh. We […]
Man Arrested After Welfare Incident on Baguley Crescent
A man has been arrested following a major emergency response to reports of a concern for welfare in Baguley Crescent this afternoon. Shortly before 3pm on Saturday, 26 April, emergency services were called to the scene after receiving reports of a man in distress. A police spokesperson said: We were called shortly before 3pm today […]
Car Crashes Into Garage in Dukinfield as Residents Report ‘Loud Bang’
Residents in Tameside were left shocked this evening after a car crashed into a garage in Dukinfield, prompting a major emergency service response. The incident occurred shortly after 5:30pm at the junction of King Street and Wharf Street. Witnesses described hearing a “loud bang” as the vehicle collided with the structure, forcing the busy road […]
