GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE ARRESTS SUSPECT AND RECOVERS STOLEN VEHICLE WITHIN 30 MINUTES

At around 10.50pm on Saturday 26 February 2022, we received a report of the theft of a motor vehicle from a property on Old Kiln Lane, Oldham.

Officers were deployed and, within minutes of the call, located the vehicle and requested the deployment of GMP's Tactical Vehicle Interception Unit.

The vehicle was stopped using a stinger and a 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of aggravated vehicle taking. He remains in custody for questioning.

Inspector Sue Chadwick, of GMP's Oldham district, said:

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"First and foremost, I am pleased that we are able to reunite the victim with their vehicle and have arrested a suspect.

"This is an excellent example by the officer involved of team work to bring the incident to a quick, safe and, ultimately, positive conclusion.

"I hope this incident builds public trust and confidence surrounding GMP's response to incidents like this and commitment to fighting crime whilst delivering outstanding service."

 

Greater Manchester Police can be contacted via gmp.police.uk or 101. In an emergency, always dial 999. Information can also be shared anonymously via, the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.