Arrests, car seizures and cash recovered in Longsight

    Three people were arrested, 14 vehicles were seized and 98 motorists received tickets as part of a crackdown on crime in long sight yesterday.

    The day of action, which took place as part of #GMPChristmas, targeted those causing misery during the festive period.

    Fifty police officers joined forces with court enforcement and immigration officers to execute the day of action against criminals.

    Of the three people arrested, one was for failure to appear at court, another was for overstaying and the third was for theft of vehicle.

    In addition, 14 vehicles were seized for traffic related incidents and one stolen vehicle was recovered & Traffic officers issued 98 traffic offence reports to motorists for a number of offences.

    Sergeant Nick Bamber from the Longsight Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “Sunday’s day of action sends a very clear message to offenders that their behaviour won’t be tolerated.”

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