ARREST MADE AFTER POLICE CAR RAMMED

Shortly before 3.15am on Tuesday 5 September 2017, officers in an unmarked police car were patrolling Salford when they began pursuing a white Ford Transit van.

During the pursuit the van turned around quickly and drove directly at the patrol car, ramming into on Duchy Street in Irwell, before driving off.

The two officers in the patrol car had to receive hospital treatment and were unable to continue their usual duties.

A 21 year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and was released under investigation.

Last night (Wednesday 18 October 2017) a 24-year-old man was arrested in Salford following a second police pursuit where several police cars were rammed.

The man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of section 18 assault, two counts of dangerous driving, failing to stop for police, theft of a motor vehicle and criminal damage.

Sergeant Danny Kabal, from GMP’s Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit, said:

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“Last night we detained a man who is now currently in custody being questioned by officers.

“At the time of the incident we released CCTV and appealed to the public for help. I want to thank everyone who has contacted police so far and I would urge you to continue to get in touch as our investigation does not stop here.

“Officers put themselves at risk on a daily basis, facing extremely dangerous situations, to help protect the public and keep the streets of Greater Manchester safe for everyone.

“The emotional and physical damage caused by attacks, no matter who you are, is something we will never tolerate and we will always do everything in our power to bring those responsible to justice.

 

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 5351, alternatively call 101 quoting the reference number 176 of 5/9/17 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.