#ARREST
| We are continuing to investigate following reports of a filmed assault involving school children at around 3pm on Moor Road on Tuesday at a Metrolink stop.
A 12-year-old girl has been arrested in connection with this incident.
Read more here ➡️
Appreciation to Timpson on Tesco, Baguley car park for urgently cutting a key for an elderly female. This meant that carers and home help could take care of her over the Christmas period.
Well done to staff members going above and beyond to help the community
Merry Christmas!
#clapforkeyworkers
Nurses, Doctors, careworkers, delivery drivers, shop workers, cleaners, teachers, binmen, utilities workes, firemen, military, social workers. And a massive thanks to Mags our cleaner for doing such a cracking job at the station. Sgt S.
That embarrassing moment when you ride your illegal bike straight in to a group of
#ChallengerMCR
plain clothes police officers in
#Wythenshawe
, stall it and it gets seized. DOH!
#WrongForTheRoad
Great community spirt here in Northenmoor. Group of residents having an impromptu disco. All in their gardens across the green from each other respecting social distancing. Thanks for the applause! Sgt S.
Blasting past our unmarked
#TransportUnit
car whilst swerving left to right is a bad idea! Unfortunately his car wasn't only thing swerving. His large pupils and jaw swerving left to right, left us suspecting drugs.Suspicions were correct & he was arrested for drugdriving
#fatal5
Say hello to Jax, one of our newest recruits.
As you can see from his keen expression, he can't wait to get to work.
Jax and his 4 friends have just finished their initial training course, passing out from basic training on Thursday 26 April at the Force’s Hough End Centre.
New Pup Recruits!
Our latest batch of new recruits began the process of becoming Greater Manchester Police dogs this week. The youngsters are about to go out to their temporary homes for a short while before the serious business of training begins! Aren't they gorgeous?
Male arrested today having assaulted staff at a supermarket trying to keep customers safe from COVID19. He decided unlike everyone else he could flout their rules in place to maintain social distancing. Charges will follow for him. Sgt S.
We can't stand side by side this year but we can still unite in spirit on the third anniversary of the Manchester arena attack
🐝
#WeStandTogether
#ManchesterRemembers
Please come to the station at Wythenshawe if you want your bike back. You left it at the petrol station when you ran off. If you have information about anti social riding please ring Crimestoppers 0800 555 111
***GOOD NEWS***
Motorbike was stolen at 3pm, within 2 hours the location of the bike had been identified.
Neighbourhood & Response Officers have worked together in order to retrieve the bike. By 8pm the bike had been returned to the owner & 2 in custody.
PC M 👮🏻♂️
Kia seen to do careless overtake into oncoming traffic. Male driver didn't fancy a chat & made off from vehicle on foot. Only insured to female so seized S165. Enqs ongoing to ID driver.
#TransportUnit
Had a great visit by one of our training pups today - Meet Blue - he's 15weeks old! Currently very friendly and happy to pose for his handsome photo
#dontmesswiththebest
@GMPSpecials
A total of 77 vehicles were stopped today over a 6 hour period for various reasons: - Seatbelts - Window Tints - VRM not conforming - Under inflated tyres - Lights not working - Insurance checks - Excess speed. 16 drivers were reported for excess speed including 47, 50 & 54MPH
Relatively calm evening. Few jobs called in across Wythenshawe. Only two parties reported after 10pm that my team went too. All went home after listening to our advice. Met the night team over at Wythenshawe Hospital and introduced Dave to them. Bed now beckons, Sgt S.
After pursuing this vehicle in the northern moor area. It was found abandoned.
This vehicle turns out to have been stolen and on cloned plates.
Vehicle had been stolen earlier this morning 23/01/19
Well done Officers!
#doublewhammy
This 308 overshot a junction this evening in Wythenshawe, slamming on when seeing one of our liveried
#TransportUnit
cars.
Driver claimed to be insured then insured it at the roadside. It'll take more than that to pull the wool over our eyes...vehicle seized/TOR issued.
Vauxhall seen driving at 50mph in a 30mph zone in Sharston by
#TransportUnit
.
Driver said he was still on the motorway then tested positive for cocaine and cannabis.
Off to custody for a blood sample.
#Fatal5
#DrugWipe
***Seized***
Whilst the majority of the population are staying at home to save lives, several people have took it upon themselves to think that this is an opportunity to take to the roads with their off-road vehicles.
So far we have seized 3 in as many days.
#StayHomeSaveLives
Thanks to Tesco Stores at Baguley, Northenden and Moorcroft Road, Aldi Sharston, Anthony Findlay at Asda Civic Centre, B and M Baguley, Co-op Northenden, Mel and Wayne Dux and Robert for their generous contribution of Easter Eggs which were delivered across Wythenshawe.
#ARREST
Male arrested by
#TransportUnit
for suspected drink&drug driving, failing to provide, causing disturbance on NHS premises, assaulting an emergency worker (NHS nurse, thankfully no injury), TWOC & no insurance. Drove straight across a junction on HOLLYHEDGE AND BROADOAK RD
Our
#TransportUnit
colleagues stopped an Audi TT in the early hours in Baguley - manner of driving.
The driver then provided a positive drug wipe for cannabis and cocaine.
Driver now on route to custody for a blood test.
Another risk driver off our roads!
#DoubleWhammy
#Fatal5
South Manchester Response Officers are now based at Wythenshawe Police Station, again. This means the Station will be operational 24/7 and will have police officers responding to immediate incidents from this location. Neighbouhood teams remain for community policing.
Many thanks to the member of the public who came to the aid of two of our team trying to arrest a violent male near Tesco's at Baguley. Your help was very much appreciated by the Officers. Sgt S.
#GMPTransportUnit
officers patrolling Wythenshawe earlier this evening located this Mercedes. It's an outstanding stolen from London and has now been recovered.
#CReliefXM
@metpoliceuk
Whilst in Wythenshawe
#TransportUnit
officers spotted a vehicle appearing to deal drugs in front of them 🤦🏽♂️.
Following a stop and search a large amount of drugs were located and two arrested for possession with intent to supply.
Two in the cell awaiting interview.
Morning folks, I've loaded the PCSO's with RF pouches and tamper proof screws. The pouches are used to protect car keys from being scanned and the screws to help prevent numbers lates being stolen from cars. Stop the PCSO's and ask for them... our Easter eggs to you. Sgt S
I checked the Pubs, bars and restaurants today. Great to see their support in keeping closed even on what should have been a busy day for them. Faith groups are not holding their usual services. Many thanks Wythenshawe. Sgt S
The
#TransportUnit
have been helping a female struggling with her mental health, policing isn't always about arresting people, sometimes it helps to talk and have someone listen.
Thankfully help was accepted and hopefully the first step to recovery.🤞
@MindCharity
@GMMH_NHS
Great lock up by
#BGroupResponse
last night who responded to sus males trying doors in the Northenden area. After a short foot chase one male was detained found in with a purse, wallet money, cannabis, screw driver, a lock snapper and a broken lock to accompany the lock snapper
#UPDATE
| Following an incident earlier today involving the release of gas from an aerosol can at a school on Firbank Road, Manchester we can confirm a 13y/o girl has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a section 5 offensive weapon.
She currently remains in custody.
Road Safety Op - Altrincham Rd on Sunday 26 July run by local Neighbourhood officers with
@gmpspecials
and
@gmptraffic
Top 3 speeds were: 60, 52, 47 MPH! 25 TOR's issued for various traffic offences inc. 13 for speed. 1 x stolen van also recovered & driver arrested
.
Traffic Safety Operation, Sunday 15th Nov - Altrincham & Southmoor Roads
31 drivers reported for driving above the speed limit with the top three speeds being 54, 53 & 51 MPH!
2x vehicles seized for no insurance & 1x prohibited from being used due to a dangerous condition.
Can I thank the two Ladies who came to the rescue of my Patrol at Riverside Park Northenden. Car had been left doors akimbo whilst the Officers ran after offenders two of whom they caught.
Sgt S.
TOR (Traffic Offence Report) issued to the driver of this Corsa after she was found to have no Insurance. 6 points and a fine on it's way.
#TransportUnit
Car stolen by means of burgary earlier today has been pursued around Woodhouse Park and Newall Green. Following it crashing near to Tram lines on Hollyhedge road five males have been arrested. Excellant team work between Traffic and Wythenshawe Patrols.
Sgt S
We have carried out several arrests around the Subway between Heybrook road and Greenwood road at Benchill. This has been in relation to drug dealing. Enquires are on ongoing and we expect charges in the fullness of time. Sgt S.
Meet Mati - He's a 2yr old operational police dog who has been at work on the streets of Greater Manchester for some time but still retains much puppy like enthusiasm and energy - Isn't he lovely?
Shane suffered a heart attack at the wheel of his HGV whilst on the M60. He collided with the concrete reservation and contents spilled across carriageways. Luckily, officers from Wythenshawe were on hand & gave him vital first aid until ambulance arrived
PD Bren was on his way home after a night shift.
He was called into action as officers were chasing Burglary suspects in the Trafford area.
Bren eager to assist went straight back into work mode and located an offender hiding in a shed 🐶👮
#GMPDogs
#YouCantHide
Jacques Pierre 55yrs, of Garth Road, Wythenshawe pleaded guilty to drink driving, driving without a licence & driving without insurance. Pierre who crashed into the front of Wythenshawe police station on 2nd December has been disqualified for 2 years.
Missing Person Found:
Stuart Andrew, 29yrs, missing from North Manchester Hospital has been located safe by officers this afternoon.
Thank you for all your supportive messages, shares and retweets, which assisted us in locating Stuart safely. Sgt K
Off road bike seized in Newall Green on 3/10/19.
15 year old male seen riding on the street, after a short sprint vehicle had been seized by officers
#Lpt2
#neighbourhood
👮♂️
If you are going to drive past the Police try to remember to put air in all your tyres, insurance would have been a good addition to this vehicle too.
#s165
#opwolverine
Many thanks to the kind Chap offering to pay for one of our patrols breakfast today on Longley lane. A very kind offer politely refused and I believe now destined for a charity box. Sgt S.
#InItTogether
Yesterday evening we found our ourselves along side GMFRS and NWAS supporting a woman in distress at the Hollhedge road tram bridge. These are trying times and pressures on people can magnified. Fortunately she was safely rescued.
#itsoktonotbeok
#itsgoodtotalk
Sgt S.
In response to reports of anti-social behaviour including intimidation of staff, passengers & disruption to services the
#TransportUnit
will be stepping up patrols on the Metrolink Airport line, especially in the Wythenshawe area. Inspector Middleton.
@MCRMetrolink
@OfficialTfGM
Problem Solving Team and Force resources supporting us with Off Road bikes today. Intelligence helps us track down these bikes. Ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 with information to help us help you.
In a time when we are assisting more mental health sufferers, we would like to inform
#BridgetheGap
initiative that their work is having a positive effect. A message displayed on
#Simonsway
Bridge, recently deterred a person from self harming. Great work guys.
#gmp
#mentalhealth
Two eagle eyes officers saw lads with the bikes below,they will shortly be recycled and coming to a supermarket near you as bean cans. We get numerous complaints about noise and ASB from off road bikes and always aim to take positive action.
An officer would like to thank a kind member of the public(anonymous) who paid for their meal at McDonalds earlier this evening.
#state4
#kindnessofastranger
.
Vehicle causing obstruction on Lingard Road.
This vehicle has made numerous amounts of children needing to walk in the road to get to school rather than being on the safety of the pavement.
Vehicle has now been removed and the owner of the vehicle will be fined.
Off road bike seized.
Male seen driving on rackhouse road, northern moor.
When stopped male admitted he had no insurance, driving in-accordance to his license
Male reported for offences and will have his day in court
#LPT2
#opsandwell
J & M 👮♂️
#Arrest
| PCSO W finds this vehicle with a male inside and a bottle in his hand, after local officers join him the male is arrested for Drink Driving after blowing 91
#Fatal5
The fact that car parks are empty does not mean it is an opportunity to turn up with your remote controlled car.
Saying “It’s boring at home” is not the correct answer and this not an essential journey.
Male was sent home.
#StayHomeSaveLives
Following execution of a search warrant this morning a stolen motorcycle was recovered. Subsequently Ryan Beevers 31 yrs of Shadowmoss rd Wythenshawe has been charged with handling stolen goods and remanded to Court.
We had a surprise visit at the station from this handsome fella today! Meet Vinny, one of Rosies pups born 8 weeks ago. He is now with his handler and will be trained in Explosives Search but for now he's just a cute bundle of fur getting lots of attention!
*** Vehicle Seized ***
This vehicle was seen driving along Wythenshawe Rd.
Driver had no insurance / licence & checks showed the driver was also Wanted. Driver was arrested and will be put in front of magistrates today.
PC M 👮🏻♂️, PC P👮🏻♀️
#NeighbourhoodPolicing
#LPT2
Good morning Wythenshawe - we were excited to have a visit from Therapy Dogs Nationwide yesterday! Volunteers came with Shakespeare (Great Dane) and Teddy (Cockapoo). What a nice treat in a busy day
#GMPTransportUnit
officers were out on the Airport line last night tackling ASB and crime. Along the way we were able to assist in locating a high risk missing and seize 4 vehicles being driven without insurance or with unlicenced drivers.
#GMTravelSafe
#Fatal4
A lovely gesture received by an officer from a member of the public. A big thanks from officers and staff to all those who have passed on their kind thoughts.
#GMPTransportUnit
officers have tonight conducted patrols around the Airport line and Wythenshawe Interchange in response to reports of crime and ASB in the area to make sure people can enjoy their journey safely
#GMTravelSafe
Would you like to see a mini Tweetathon of all calls this weekend for a few hours? Perhaps an insight to what calls we get on a Friday or Saturday evening in Wythenshawe, it's your twitter account, let me know what you think. Sgt K
#Tweetathon
#Police
#GMP
#Wythenshawe
A busier shift than last night but no real problems. Couple of people took a little longer than others to get the idea about
#StayHomeSavesLives
but eventually the penny dropped. My team have stood down with the night response team holding the reins. Sgt S.
#GMPManchesterAgainstDA
| Officers are making further Domestic Abuse related arrests across South
#Manchester
.
The day of action has resulted in a total of nine of arrests so far across the district.
For further support, please visit our website:
Please see below a badge given to myself By a Sheriff from Washington state U.S.A. He was visiting our area to see Baguley Hall on Hall lane , he has traced his ancestry to the person who had the hall built!
#ajoblikenoother
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*** Stolen recovered *** Stolen motorbike seized by officers on sharston roundabout. 2 offenders have made off on the sharston industrial estate. 1 male has been detained on penarth road. The other male has been detained on bradnor road 2 in custody M&M 👮
The
#TransportUnit
are deployed across Wythenshawe to the Airport
@Mcrmetrolink
line, following an increase in ASB & Crime. We have both uniformed & plain-clothed officers out supporting the Wythnshawe neighbourhood team.
@officialTFGM
Couple of days off now for my team. Been busy enough. 99.9% of people have been really helpful with
#SocialDistancing
and
#StayHomeSavesLives
. Just a few need a little more encouragement. We've a way to go yet so lets keep this up together. Keep clapping for the NHS. Sgt S
**Update following arrest in Northenden**
Liam Dalton of Haythorp Avenue, Wythenshawe has been charged with Burglary, Going Equipped, Theft from Motor Vehicle and Possession of Cannabis. Dalton was remanded to appear at Manchester Magistrates court this morning
#DGroupResponse
*** Pup update ***
One of the newest members of the police force visited Wythenshawe Police station this morning.
Puppy in training
He’s got a bit of a bite
Warrant executed in Crossacres re animal suffering. 2 dogs and 3 cats taken from the adress and female arrested. She has been charged with breach of a previous banning order along with other offences relating to animal suffering. Thanks to RSPCA, Manchester Dog Wardens and WCHG.