ARRESTS MADE AFTER MOTORCYCLE PHONE THIEVES STRIKE IN SALFORD AND MANCHESTER

On Tuesday 24 July 2018, officers from GMP’s Specialist Operations Team were investigating a series of robberies that took place that day, in which people had their mobile phones stolen by offenders riding a motorcycle. 

Investigating officers then spotted a motorcycle believed to be linked to the incidents on Frederick Street in Salford. 

Following a short pursuit, assisted by the police helicopter and ground patrols, officers arrested two boys aged 14 and 15 on suspicion of robbery shortly after 9.30pm. 

The teenagers remain in custody whilst the investigation continues. 

Superintendent Mark Dexter of GMP’s Specialist Operations Branch said:

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“Officers have been proactively looking for those responsible for the robberies, and last night we made two significant arrests. 

"We now have two people in custody, but our enquiries into these robberies are very much ongoing. 

“That’s why it’s really important that we hear from people who have information about these robberies, or any other people who may also have had their phone taken in similar circumstances yesterday.

“There can be risks associated with pursuing suspects on motorcycles, but police are committed to protecting the public from criminals who use motorcycles to commit crime, and we will do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice."

Anybody with information should contact police on 101 quoting incident number 2004 of 24/07/18 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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