Man arrested over threatening and abusive communications sent to Failsworth MP Angela Rayner

Date published: 28 October 2021


A 52-year-old man has been arrested following "threatening and abusive" communications sent to Ashton and Failsworth MP, Angela Rayner.

He was arrested on suspicion of malicious communications and has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

His arrest relates to abusive phone calls received on Friday 15 October.

A spokesperson for Ms Rayner, who is also the Labour Party Deputy Leader, said: "Angela and her staff have received a number of threatening, malicious and abusive communications in recent weeks.

"We are working with the police to ensure that the perpetrators of these crimes are brought to justice and Angela would like to thank the police for their work during these investigations.

"Abuse and threats of this nature don't just have an impact on Angela but also on her family, her children and her staff who are on the receiving end of these communications.

"Angela is currently on bereavement leave after losing a close loved one and she looks forward to being back at work as soon as possible."

Detective Sergeant Christopher Dean of GMP's Tameside district said: "Abusive, threatening or bullying behaviour towards anyone is completely unacceptable and we will always do what we can to ensure those responsible are identified and held accountable for their behaviour.

"Although we have arrested one man our investigation very much remains ongoing and we will continue to pursue all available lines of enquiry to identify all those responsible."


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