Four arrests made during Operation Acquire raids
Date published: 16 June 2023
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Police officers from Rochdale’s Neighbourhood Task Force, alongside officers from GMP’s Tactical Aid Unit, executed five simultaneous warrants as part of GMP's neighbourhood day of action at addresses in Rochdale and Oldham.
Officers were targeting those suspected to be involved with a series of aggravated burglaries in Royton and Rochdale in May, 2023.
Four men aged between 18 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and assisting an offender.
Police Sergeant Andy Toward, of GMP’s Rochdale district, said: "Burglary is incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the lives of those who fall victim and we're committed to targeting offenders across Greater Manchester.
"Through partnership work with teams across GMP we have been able to intercept and arrest four suspects and they are currently in custody for questioning.
“I would stress that our work will only continue and go from strength to strength as we remain committed to preventing and reducing this type of offending and removing violence off the streets of Manchester.
"We hope this morning's action builds public trust and confidence that GMP is committed to investigating neighbourhood crimes whilst keeping communities safe.
"We really need your help to ensure Greater Manchester is safe for those who live and work here, if you have any concerns in your community, please let us know.”
Anyone with information that will help bring burglars and handlers of stolen goods to justice is encouraged to contact police either via the LiveChat or reporting function on the website, or by calling 101.
You can also pass on information anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
Always dial 999 in an emergency.
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