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Stockport Town Centre Targeted Activity Results |
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Four people have been arrested following targeted enforcement and engagement activity in Stockport town centre as part of Operation Rimini. Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s Central Neighbourhood Policing Team were joined by specialist units and partners on Friday (26 June) for a day of high-visibility patrols, focusing on tackling shoplifting, drug offences and anti-social behaviour in key hotspot areas.
Activity and results Throughout the day, officers carried out patrols, stop searches and traffic enforcement, alongside community engagement activity aimed at building trust and gathering local intelligence. Key outcomes included: Four arrests for offences including theft, possession of Class A and B drugs, theft of a motor vehicle and fraud Six Traffic Offence Reports (TORs) issued, including three for seatbelt offences Two vehicles seized, including an Audi and an electric bike Those arrested include: A man charged and remanded to court for theft and possession of Class A drugs A man charged and fined following a theft offence A woman charged in connection with possession of Class A and B drugs following a stop search A man remanded to Crown Court charged with theft of a motor vehicle, theft from a motor vehicle and fraud
Community engagement and partnership working Alongside enforcement activity, officers engaged with the public at a community stand in Stockroom, where 22 people signed up to GMP’s Bee in the Loop service to receive local updates. A “Coffee with a Copper” session was also held at a local Starbucks, giving residents and businesses the opportunity to speak directly with local officers about their concerns. Partners from Stockport Council joined officers for licensing checks in the town centre, with businesses found to be compliant.
Evening economy patrols Officers continued patrols into the evening to support the popular Foodie Friday event, providing reassurance and targeting offences linked to the night time economy, including Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).
Inspector Jason Holmwood, from GMP’s Central Neighbourhood Policing Team in Stockport, said: “This operation brought together officers and partners to carry out visible, targeted activity in the areas where we know incidents are most likely to occur. “Alongside making arrests and taking action against offenders, we also focused on speaking with the public, understanding concerns and building relationships with residents and businesses. “We will continue this approach as part of Operation Rimini, ensuring Stockport town centre remains a safe and welcoming place for everyone.”
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