04/06/2026
๐๐ Neighbourhood Policing Team 2 - Inspector Pickavance ๐๐ North
This afternoon, Team 2โSgt Ditta, a PC, PCSO Lisa and PCSO Angelaโjoined members of the Community Speed Watch team on St Maryโs Road in Moston to carry out speed checks.
A great example of partnership working to help keep our community safe and raise awareness of road safety across the area.
04/06/2026
| Police are appealing for the publicโs help to trace the family of a man who died in Manchester on 22 May.
Michael Francis Searls, 80, was found at his home address on Nelson Court, Droitwich Road.
There are believed to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Anyone with information about Michael`s next of kin should contact the Police Coronerโs Office in the Manchester area on 0161 856 4155
04/06/2026
| Can you help police locate Nazish Shakeel (28/05/1992), who is wanted on recall to prison.
He has links to the Oldham, Bury, and north and south Manchester areas.
Any information? Please call 101, or contact police via gmp.police.uk. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
03/06/2026
| We are appealing for help to find Bradley Lewis (21/07/2007) who is wanted for failing to appear at court.
He is known to have links to the area of , and .
Any info? Call us on 0161 856 9189 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.
02/06/2026
Specially trained officers have been deployed in and around Heaton Park today ahead of PARKLIFE FESTIVAL.
These deployments are nothing to worry about, this is part of our daily business. If you see one of our deployments, please come over and say hello to our friendly officers ๐
Our priority is ensuring that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time, if you have any concerns come and speak with us.
Find out more here - https://orlo.uk/D9nB9
01/06/2026
Specially trained officers were deployed at the Manchester City Etihad Campus this evening as part of , ahead of concerts taking place there featuring The Weeknd and Take That.
We are working with site security, sharing information where necessary to help keep everyone safe. If youโre visiting the Etihad Campus and notice anything that doesnโt feel right, please report it to security or the police.
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01/06/2026
๐๐ Neighbourhood Policing Team 1 - Inspector Devalle ๐๐ North
Introduction โ Neighbourhood Inspector Rachel Devalle
I am Rachel Devalle, your newly appointed Neighbourhood Inspector for Clayton, Newton Heath, Miles Platting, Ancoats, and Beswick.
I have proudly served as a Police Officer for 27 years, gaining extensive experience across both Response and Neighbourhood Policing. Most recently, I worked within the Spotlight Integrated Offender Management Unit, focusing on managing and reducing reoffending.
I am now based at Central Park Police Station and am very much looking forward to getting out into the community, meeting residents, and working together to address local priorities.
I hope to see you at our forthcoming PACT (Police and Community Together) meetings, where we can discuss any concerns and continue building strong relationships within our neighbourhoods.
31/05/2026
๐๐ Neighbourhood Policing Team 2 - Inspector Pickavance ๐๐ North
During a proactive operation, officers from Team 2 observed a male riding a surron through a heavily pedestrianised area, causing significant anti-social behaviour and posing a risk to members of the public. The rider was wearing a balaclava, concealing his identity.
Officers detained the male at the scene. Checks revealed that he held no valid driving licence and no insurance for the vehicle.
The surron was seized under Section 165A of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The male was dealt with for the relevant traffic offences.
31/05/2026
| Officers were called to reports of a stabbing on Great Ducie Street, Manchester at 11.32pm last night (30 May).
Within seven minutes of the call, officers arrived at the scene to find a man in his 30s with stab wounds to his back.
A man, aged 20, was arrested at 11.49pm on Baker Street, Manchester on suspicion of section 18 assault and remains in custody for further questioning.
Chief Inspector Peter Crowe from the City of Manchester said: โThis swift response emphasises that Greater Manchester Police have no tolerance for knife crime, and we will work proactively to prosecute those who choose to carry knives.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact us on 101 or LiveChat quoting log 4147 30/05/26.
Link to read more is in the comments below.
31/05/2026
๐๐ Neighbourhood Policing Team 2 - Inspector Pickavance ๐๐ North
This morning, PCSO Angela was on patrol in Harpurhey when she came across a vehicle causing an obstruction. While a Fixed Penalty Notice was being issued, the owner returned, and the vehicle was promptly moved.
Please remember to park responsibly and consider the needs of pedestrians, wheelchair users, and other road users. Obstructive parking can make it difficult and unsafe for others to get around.
Thank you for helping to keep our community safe and accessible.