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Multiple arrests and fines in Derker after police day of action

Police made two arrests and handed out dozens of fines and traffic offence reports during a trip to Derker yesterday.

Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s Operation Vulcan team began their day with a drugs warrant, in which they seized £1000 worth of cannabis, two off-road bikes and a surron bike.

Following the raid, officers hit the streets and transport routes as part of their initiative to clear the Derker area of all forms of criminality.

This included a traffic operation at the Ripponden Road junction with Clyde Road, which saw an arrest on suspicion of failing to appear at court, two vehicles seized for having no insurance, and reports and fines handed out for mobile phone and seatbelt offences.

In addition, further traffic offence reports were distributed for tint and number plate offences.

Officers then completed further work around the Metrolink transport routes, providing a highly visible presence at Derker’s tram stop, with a knife arch in place to deter and protect.

This resulted in one arrest, nine stop-searches, and more than 40 fines issued for not paying the appropriate tram fare.

Sergeant Joseph Dunne said: “Yesterday’s work shows just how many ways we are approaching tackling crime in the Derker area. It’s not just putting doors through and making arrests; it’s engaging with the community, working with partners, and tackling criminality in all its forms, from top to bottom.

“Yesterday’s work encapsulated just that. We spoke to commuters about our work and the policing we are providing, got dangerous drivers off the road, and recovered suspected illegal products during an early-morning raid.

“I would urge anyone in the Derker area and who has any issues to please come forward and talk to us. We are determined to help you in any was possible.”

Officers can be contacted via 101, gmp.policeuk, or anonymously through Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.

Helen Greaney
Helen Greaney
I'm a journalist with more than 18 years' experience on local, regional and national newspapers, as well as PR and digital marketing. Crime and the courts is my specialist area but I'm also keen to hear your stories concerning Manchester and the greater North West region.
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