Police have launched an appeal for anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Paulo Neto, aged 13,  he has been missing from the Weaste area of Salford since Friday 27th September and his family are extremely worried.

He is described as 5ft 8", slim build, black male and is believed to be wearing a green or grey tracksuit.

If sighted please contact 101 quoting log number 37-28092019

Greater Manchester Police have given an update on the 'domestic incident' which they were called out for at around 1:30pm this afternoon (5th October), they confirm that a 27-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill as well as possession of a firearm with intent to kill.

The man has been arrested and remains in custody for further questioning.

There have been no injuries reported.

Armed officers wearing helmets and balaclavas responded to a report of a 'domestic incident' at a terrace house on Silver Street this earlier this afternoon.

The road was cordoned off for a time and officers were present around the area but they have since scaled back the operation and reopened the roads.

A GMP spokesperson could not clarify at the time as to why armed officers had responded, but stressed that there is 'no threat to the wider public.'

There was speculation online that the police were responding to claims of a hostage situation but those claims were proven to be unfounded.

A spokesperson for GMP said:

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"Officers have arrested a man following an incident in Irlam

"Police were called to Heron Drive, Irlam, at around 1.30pm today, Saturday, following reports of a domestic incident.

"A number of officers attended and a 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of threats to kill and possession of a firearm with intent to kill.

"There are no threats to the wider public and investigations are ongoing."

It is with greatest sadness we have the duty to report upon the sudden death of a Salford Council Stalwart, Councillor John Ferguson.

John represented the Pendlebury Ward in Salford for many years, a staunch Labour Party activist and a proud socialist, always keen to champion his local constituents and the City he called home.

As a life-long trade unionist he was well placed in his role as lead member for workforce and industrial relations, he has been described by many as an endless source of knowledge and encouragement to so many.

He will be sorely missed.

Salford Council have issued the following statement:

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"It is with great sadness that we are today sharing the news that Councillor John Ferguson has passed away.

"Councillor Ferguson represented the ward of Pendlebury and was lead member for workforce and industrial relations.

"Our thoughts are with family, friends and colleagues.

"The flags at the civic centre will remain lowered."

 

We wish to pay our condolences to his fellow colleagues, his friends but most of all his family at this tragic time.

Roswell, Area 51, Little Hulton, all famed UFO hot-spots and favourite destinations of those pesky little green/grey men? Well they are this evening after space faring visitors sparked scenes of panic in (LH) the likes only seen in Hollywood blockbusters like Mars Attacks and War of the Worlds. OK it wasn't that bad, realistically a few people got confused and thought they had seen a UFO.

Reports quickly flooded local Facebook groups with claims of a strange light travelling across the sky, it was only a matter of time before claims of alien visitation were rampant and as fast as some group admin removed posts, others popped up claiming a cover-up.

Our resident scientist Tony Flynn went on high alert as there was no way them damned dirty aliens were probing him again, never again, no sir, never again.

Like lightening he contacted us here in the salford.media Bunker and so we set about our task of finally finding proof that these space men (& women) exist.

AND WE DID.

Well sort of, as it turns out that there were indeed visitors from space hovering over Salford this evening, albeit on the International Space Station which coasted across our skies on its orbit around the earth.

Yes, it seems that the orbiting space laboratory was the mysterious orb that was being reported, so put down the pitch-forks and rejoice in the knowledge that the earth is still safe.

An international crew of six are currently on-board the station carrying out experiments which will hopefully aid humanity as it ventures out into the inky black  void of space towards new worlds.

What's more is it is set to pass above us again over the coming week, with its longest pass happening tomorrow evening at around 7:34pm. So if the skies are clear, get out in the garden and look up into the South Eastern skies and you will be able to catch a glimpse of the UFO ISS for yourself.

Or is it? Of course this entire article could just be a huge government cover-up to prevent you all from learning the truth of our planned conquest of your puny planet?

Police were called out after reports of a large disturbance involving a group of youths acting anti-socially close to the food court at Manchester's Arndale this evening.

Witnesses have described up to 100 youths acting aggressively towards security staff at the Arndale.

Soon after a large police presence descended on the area and the food court was evacuated as a precaution, so as to ensure the safety of the public who had become caught up in the incident.

A spokesperson for Manchester Arndale issued the following statement.

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"We have been supporting police in relation to an incident involving a large number of individuals at Manchester Arndale. The safety of our shoppers and staff is always our first priority."

 

Two 16-year-old boys have now been arrested on suspicion of public order offences.

Police officers have safely dispersed the remainder of the large group of youths and the food court has now been reopened to the public.

Pat Carney of Manchester City Council said,

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"The reports we’ve had is that there was a disturbance in the food court.

We have had reports that gas canisters were let off and that’s why people were panicking and screaming.

We will be working closely with Greater Manchester Police to make sure charges are being brought.

It is scandalous behaviour.

We have enough security scares in Manchester without this kind of behaviour."

 

Photo: Jacob Mason - Twitter https://twitter.com/JacobMason/

Update: We are now told that Mark has been found.

Police are growing increasingly concerned for Mark Field who has been missing from the Little Hulton area.

There are few details other than he wears spectacles, has facial hair and he has a tattoo on his neck with the name Harlow.

He is in his 50's and suffers from mental health issues, and is considered to be very vulnerable.

Mark has not been seen since Monday after family and friends received worrying messages from him, they are desperate for information and to know he is safe.

Police are concerned about his welfare, if you have any information on his whereabouts or if you have seen him then please contact 101

Or Kelsey West via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelseyxxwest

There were 10 amnesty bins put out around Greater Manchester for members of the public to anonymously deposit any knives they were in possession of.

These have proved to be a huge success and are something officers are looking to roll out on a permanent basis in an effort to reduce knife crime incidents.

Officers also made 44 arrests for separate knife incidents across the week, which ranged from people being arrested on suspicion of carrying a knife to robbery. Of these arrests, three knives were recovered and safely disposed of.

Over 230 stop and searches were performed, many of which resulted in an arrest. Out of these arrests seven were related to knife-crime and seven knives were seized. 

During the week there were 126 educational events ranging from officers making visits to schools and colleges. Increasing the knowledge around the dangers of carrying a knife is a priority for GMP and educational visits and events are important to help spread this message further afield.

Superintendent Chris Downey said:

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“This is a great result for Greater Manchester as this means there are 632 less knives out on the streets. During the week 232 stop and searches were performed, which have proved to be an important preventative tactic in reducing knife crime incidents.

“The consequences around carrying a knife are huge and range from being expelled from school, through to loss of life. A big part of my role is to inform people of the catastrophic after-effects of carrying a knife, with one point in particular being that even if you don’t plan on using the knife, just by carrying it, your chances of becoming a victim of knife crime increases.”

 

Around three quarters of cars checked needed some form of corrective action to make them safe enough for a child to travel in.

The checks were made as part of Project EDWARD (European Day Without A Road Death) in an effort to improve road safety in Greater Manchester.

As well as the safety checks, officers also seized a car for having no insurance and processed traffic offence reports for:

15 driver seatbelts

2 passenger seatbelts

2 child seatbelts

1 car without an MOT

1 car without insurance

5 people using a mobile phone while driving

1 person driving with dangerous tyres

2 people who were driving in an unsafe vehicle

Sergeant Dennis Delve of the Roads Policing Unit said:

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“The number of vehicles that needed remedial action to their seat belts to make them safe was much higher than I had anticipated. I would urge anyone travelling in a car or using a child seat to make sure their safety restraints conform to current safety advice."

More information on how you can check if you child safety seat is correctly fitted, can be found at www.gov.uk/child-car-seats-the-rules

Project EDWARD’s project manager James Luckhurst said:

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“The volume of road safety faults and offences detected by officers in a relatively short period of time illustrates the unnecessarily high risks some drivers are willing to tolerate on their journeys. It also highlights the tremendous value of police enforcement activity in reducing the number of people killed and seriously injured on our roads.”

“It was abundantly clear during this operation that officers taking part were there with one aim – to prevent harm to young children who are our most vulnerable road users. That is central to the aims of Project EDWARD, and we appeal to any driver willing to take a safety risk by using an insecure child seat, or choosing not to use one at all. Your children rely on you to keep them safe when they’re on road journeys, so please do everything you can to reduce the risks they face.”

 

Peter Boulton, TfGM’s Head of Highways, said:

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“Ensuring motor vehicles are safe is important all year round, but even more so now that we’re approaching winter.

“We’ve worked alongside our colleagues at GMP to deliver Project Edward and while the day was successful it was alarming to see that so many vehicles needed corrective measures made to ensure that they were safe.

“We can’t stress enough the importance of owners taking responsibility for the maintenance and safety of their vehicles – not just for them and their passengers, but for other road users as well.

“We’ll continue to work alongside GMP to raise the standards of motorists and vehicles on our roads.”

 

Simon Quest (08/05/1987) was released from prison in August 2019 after being jailed in November 2018 for actual bodily harm and criminal damage.

Quest is known to have links to Salford, Manchester and Bury.

Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Simon Quest should contact police on 0161 856 8257 / 8141 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

A man and a woman have been arrested after a toddler was discovered locked away with just a bowl of water in what is described as 'a small dark room the size of a prison cell', at a property on Bolton Road in Salford this Thursday (3rd October).

The child has since been taken into the protective care of Salford Council's children's service department and the man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of child neglect.

The age and sex of the child has not been released.

The man and woman have since been released under further investigation.

A police spokesperson said,

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"Police were called shortly after 10.40am on Thursday, October 3 following a report of an unaccompanied child at an address on Bolton Road.

"Officers attended and a man aged 32 and a woman aged 30 were arrested on suspicion of child neglect at the scene a short time later.

"They have been released under investigation.

"The child was uninjured and is in the care of children’s services.

"Enquiries are ongoing."

 

The much loved veterans 'old mans' shelter has recently benefited from a £25,000 face-lift thanks to a Heritage Fund grant which was successfully applied for by the Monton Village Community Assosiation (MVCA).

The official title of the Veterans’ Shelter leads many people to think it was built as a war memorial but the name actually refers to veterans of industry. 

Sadly we have to report that it has become the latest victim of the mindless vandals with tiles being damaged on the newly fitted roof as well as the letters ED and PD being scratched into the stone work. What looks like the split in half bottom part of a traffic cone looks to have been thrown on the roof where it remains.

The act of vandalism has prompted anger from the local community who were quick to condemn those responsible.

The iconic Salford landmark has stood in Monton for almost 70 years and has become a focal point of the community having offered a safe refuge from the cold and wet weather for countless residents during that time, in 1936 the shelter was even used to announce the abdication of King Edward VIII to the local community.

Connor Willis (10/04/1997) was released from prison in May 2019 after being jailed in January 2019 for Burglary.

Police are saying that he has since breached the terms of his licence and is now wanted in connection with burglary and robbery offences, as well as the failure to appear at Edinburgh Sheriffs court on the 24 September 2019 in relation to an assault offence.

Willis is known to have links to the Salford, Manchester and the Whitefield, Bury areas of Greater Manchester, as well as Scotland.

Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Connor Willis should contact police on 0161 856 8257/8141 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Olympic hopeful Alex Decunha took the top spot in the skateboarding competition, with legendary DJ Mr Scruff joining the action sports community for a brand-new event aimed at removing the stigma around well-being in extreme sports.

The new event, Coping, took place at Graystone Action Sports skate park on 28 September, raising £4000 for Manchester based charities; The Christie and 42nd Street.

It highlighted the well-being issues surrounding action sports and music, which has lead to a string of tragedies in recent years.

Coping included creative workshops, family auctions and a competition for some of the UK’s most talented skaters. Mental health sufferers shared their stories and experienced professionals held expert well-being sessions for those present.

The event organiser, Wil Hesketh explained,

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“A friend recently showed me the film Mind the Gap, about skater Paul Alexander’s battle with paranoia, as I was preparing to teach yoga and meditation to skateboarders for the first time.  

I was captivated by the film and loved how it made a step towards normalising discussions about mental health problems in a sport which is not always renowned for its sensitivity. Inspired by the film and pleasantly surprised not to be laughed out of town for trying to persuade skaters to practice yoga, the seeds of this event started to form.”

 

Coping also featured the legendary DJ Mr Scruff, who added,

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“I can’t even stand up on a skateboard, but my daughter skated for a while and I was inspired by the community spirit that happens when a wide range of people bond over a common interest.  Events like these can help to nurture the compassionate side of the sport. Wil has stood up for something that he holds very dear, and has my full support.”

Graystone Action Sports is an exciting new venture in the heart of Manchester, just 15 minutes walk from Spinningfields, just off Junction 3 of the M602 and a short walk from Salford Crescent station the venue is a world-class destination for athletes and kids, inspiring progression in action sports; skate, scooter, bmx, trampoline, ski, snowboard, gymnastics, parkour and climbing. It has exciting links with Sport England, Snow Sports England and GBSkateboard.

The action sports hub offers; summer camps, lessons, parties, and a variety of yoga & gym classes, a parkour area, ninja warrior course, spring floor, trampoline zone and bouldering wall are all currently under construction. In addition a modern bar and restaurant provides the perfect opportunity to relax with the family whilst overlooking the action below.

Graystone is encouraging a wider audience to participate in action sports, and benefit from the social and well-being rewards they can offer. The Big Air Training Zone offers varying heights of drop-ins to foam allowing skaters, BMXers, Skiers, Snowboarders, Scooters and inliners to float their biggest tricks into the soft landing.

The fitness studio offers a range of classes including yoga, pilates, cardio and rehab with expert, personal tuition and support.

For more information, visit graystoneactionsports.co.uk, email enquiries@graystoneactionsports.co.uk, call 07508 818682.
 

Jack Steven Yarwood (20/12/85) of Regent Road, Manchester has been charged with aggravated burglary and the handling of stolen goods.

Shortly after 9.00pm on Monday 16 September 2019, a group of men wearing balaclavas forced their way into a house on Dunham Road, Warburton and stole a motor-vehicle as well as other items.

On 20 September 2019, police recovered a vehicle at an apartment in Salford which had been stolen from a home on Ridgeway Road, Timperley, Trafford.

He is now set to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court today (Tuesday 1 October 2019).

Police are currently looking for and concerned for the welfare of Jack Hubbersty (23/03/1998) who has absconded lawful custody.

He was last seen around the Lancaster Road area of Salford at 6 am this morning and is wearing a blue top, black shorts, compression socks and is not wearing shoes.

If seen please contact police on 999 quoting reference 3327-300919.

The protest banner was strung across the footbridge at Peel Park in Salford overnight and an image of it was posted on Twitter by the Manchester branch of the Momentum group with the tag line of “Good morning @Conservatives. Welcome to Manchester", two effigies of what we assume to are meant to symbolise Tory members, were hung from the side of the bridge.

However,  Salford Council acted quickly to have it removed as has the offensive tweet.

No one has so far claimed responsibility for the disgusting display.

This is not the first time either, last year a similar banner was put up and with the Conservative Party conference in neighbouring Manchester over the coming week, tensions are high as protesters march upon the Manchester Central venue where it is being held.

The PM, Boris Johnson, and his party are up in the north for their annual conference which is always met with protests and this year is no different as 'Anti-Austerity and Reject Brexit' campaigners descend upon the city.

The banner and dummies have been widely condemned by all sides on Twitter. 

In a reply to a post by Tory delegate Kerry Boyd, one lady summed things up nicely by saying,

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"The country may be divided on politics, and the policies surrounding austerity, but there is no need for this appalling, vitriolic language & the lurking, malicious intent behind it - not from any party."

Shortly before 9.30pm on Wednesday 25 September 2019, officers were called to reports of a collision on Walkden Road, Salford.

A red Seat Leon Cupra was travelling on Walkden Road towards the junction of Woodlands Road when it was involved in a collision with a pedestrian crossing the road.

The pedestrian, 67, suffered multiple injuries and was taken to hospital where he remains in a life-threatening condition.

The driver of the Seat remained at the scene.

No arrests have been made.

Greater Manchester Police are appealing for information and wish to speak to anyone who saw the incident take place, anyone with dash-cam footage or anyone who saw the car in the area before the collision.

Details can be passed to police by calling 0161 856 4741 quoting reference number 3239 of 25/09/19.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

There really are no words anyone could use to even start to describe the pain and suffering that loving mum, Michelle Pearson, had endured during the 20 months after her life was turned upside down when fire spread through her family home in Walkden, it would devastate everything in its path, claiming the lives of four of her beloved children, leaving her lay in a coma recovering for months.

To lose her children in such a horrific circumstance was tragedy enough but once the reality set in that the blaze was no accident, then for the people of this City, grief turned to anger and rage, and rightly so as this was without doubt, the most horrific and barbaric crime this city has witnessed.

Four children murdered as they slept, a caring mother left to suffer life threatening physical injuries and the unimaginable mental trauma of having to awake from an induced coma to then be told of the tragic deaths of her children. Is it any wonder that her mind struggled to comprehend just what had happened? Is it any wonder it took almost six weeks for her to fully come to terms with what she had lost and how her life had now so devastatingly altered? 

Despite all which she had endured and all which she had still yet to face, this remarkable and courageous lady fought with every breath she had and in doing so she got to see justice served as those unmentionable and deplorable people who perpetrated the horrific attack against her home were finally jailed for the callous murder of her precious babies.

In the end, her battle would worsen and her condition would quickly deteriorate and on the 25th of August 2019, this amazing inspirational soul succumbed to her injuries, closed her eyes ones last time and departed this world to be with her four youngest children once more.

Her niece Courtney Pearson summed her tragic death up perfectly when she said,

"She held on, but her children needed her more."

And so today (27th September) almost a year to the day on which the people of Salford lined the streets of Walkden to say farewell to her children, they turned up once more despite the weather to bid a final farewell to Michelle as the cortege proceeded to St Pauls Church and then later to St Mary's Cemetery in Walkden.

As her poppy adorned coffin followed the same route as that taken by Demi, Brandon, Lacie and little Lia had taken, crowds gathered in silence, united in their grief. Michelle at the front of the procession carried upon a black carriage, followed by four flower filled white carriages representing her beloved children.

The Pearson family will always be a part of this city, their tragic tale has touched the hearts of us all and we share in their grief. Our condolences to her family and friends.

Thanks to Andrew Price for compiling the video.

Police are trying to find a next-of-kin or any living relatives of Robert Rowe who sadly passed away at Arden Court Nursing Home at the age of 79-years-old on Wednesday 25 September 2019.

There are believed to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

Anyone with information about Robert’s next of kin should contact the Police Coroner’s Office in Bolton on 0161 856 4687.
 

The annual Tory Party Conference is coming to town once more and with tens of thousands expected to flood into Manchester the police are leaving no stone un-turned in order to keep the peace. 

With counter-demonstrations planned and both of the cities football teams set to do battle on home turf this weekend, the police will effectively have the city centre on lock-down for the week and a ring of steel in place around the Manchester Central venue.

It is thought that GMP will be drafting in officers and resources from other areas of Greater Manchester in order to ensure that everything goes smoothly.

It was initially thought that the conference would be cancelled at a huge loss of an estimated £32m to the local economy.

With tensions already running high over Brexit and with demonstrations and anti-Tory rallies planned, GMP ensuring that there is a highly visible presence. 

Protesters will be making their own way to Manchester for the planned 'Reject Brexit' rally on Sunday and the infamous Boris Blimp will be following the beleaguered PM all the way from its usual home in Westminster.

The Peoples Assembly will also be marching against the Governments austerity measures.

Shoppers and those commuting into the city centre should be aware of potential traffic disruption over the coming week.

TfGM are advising travellers to keep an eye on their website so as to be kept up-to-date.

Chief Superintendent Wasim Chaudhry, Gold Commander in charge of policing the Conservative Party Conference 2019, said:

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“The hosting of party conferences brings tens of thousands of visitors to the city, supporting local businesses and the local economy; it is testament to Manchester being an iconic venue for major events.

“GMP, in conjunction with a strong multiagency partnership, has a vast amount of experience in planning and hosting the large security operations needed to successfully manage events such as this.

“Officers will be visible in the city throughout the conference period as part of Operation Protector, and we aim to ensure the event’s security and implement plans to manage any wider impact upon the rest of Manchester.

“Sunday 29 September will likely be a busy day in the city centre, because as well as welcoming delegates to the start of the conference, there will also be a number of demonstrations and rallies in Manchester –with tens of thousands of people expected to attend.

“As with many events of this nature, emotions can run high and while everyone has the right to peacefully protest, anyone behaving in a manner which is done to intimidate others or crosses into committing criminal offences will be dealt with appropriately.”

For travel advice and road closure details visit https://tfgm.com/travel-updates/conservative-party-conference-2019 and https://tfgm.com/travel-updates/sunday-29-september