Police have issued an appeal to track down the victim after an attempted robbery on the Metrolink.
09.02.2024 - 21:06 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Amid the grey drizzle of Friday morning, police uncovered over £15,000 worth of goods believed to be purchased with the proceeds of crime.
Acting on local intelligence, officers from Greater Manchester Police's City teams gathered on three estates across Wythenshawe to execute a series of warrants, on Gladeside Road, Brookcroft Road, and Broadley Avenue - making three simultaneous early wake-up calls.
While searching the addresses, officers seized over £15,000 worth of goods under the proceeds of crime act. At one of the properties, a 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and remains in police custody awaiting questioning.
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The operation was made possible by information gathered from the community by Wythenshawe's neighbourhood policing team, which GMP say shows the public that if they report illegal practices to them - they will act on it.
In addition to conducting warrants, officers will regularly proactively patrol known hotspots, work with specialist teams when necessary, and engage with the community.
Sergeant George Priestley, from GMP’s City of Manchester district, said: “Ultimately, when it comes to warrants– when we apply for one, have it approved, get the resources, and hammer a door in – it’s with the community’s protection and concerns in mind.
“This work enables us to significantly disrupt suspected criminality while reminding those who conduct illegal behaviour in our area that we are around. If you are a criminal, know that we are here and that we will act.
“If you are in Wythenshawe, please do get in touch with us should you have any issues. You can also report information on crime by
Police have issued an appeal to track down the victim after an attempted robbery on the Metrolink.
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