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24.02.2023 - 13:45 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Police have ramped up patrols following reports of a gunman in an Oldham park. Officers from Greater Manchester Police (GMP) were called to Grotton Park just before 2pm yesterday (Wednesday February 22) after reports of a 'youth' seen with a 'suspected firearm'.
After searching the park and surrounding areas, police said they had 'not yet identified any criminal offences' but were aware the incident 'caused concern in the community'. Officers stated they want to 'reassure' residents that there will be a visible police presence in the area while enquiries continue.
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In a statement. GMP said: "Just before 2pm on 22 February 2023, GMP were called to reports of a youth seen with a suspected firearm in Grotton Park, Oldham. Officers attended and conducted a thorough search of the park and surrounding areas.
"There have been no further reports of a similar nature and our enquiries have not yet identified any criminal offences.
Detective Superintendent Judith Holmes from GMP’s Oldham District, said: 'We are aware that this incident has caused some concern in the community and we want to reassure residents that there will be visible police officers in the area whilst enquiries are ongoing.' Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1757 of 22/2/2023.
"Greater Manchester Police can be contacted via gmp.police.uk or 101. In an emergency, always dial 999. Information about crime can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity - Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111."
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