Police swarmed the streets of Kersal and Lower Broughton on Sunday afternoon, making multiple arrests following reports of anti-social behaviour involving off-road bikes. Greater Manchester Police issued a statement on Sunday night announcing the increase in police activity in the area.
Dog handlers, as well as a Tactical Aid Unit and Traffic Officers worked alongside the Salford North East Neighbourhood team after the force received numerous concerning reports. Multiple people were arrested for various offences including dangerous driving, theft of a motor vehicle, possession of drugs with intent to supply and public order.
The number of arrests made has not yet been confirmed by police, but the force vowed to update local residents with any charges made relating to these incidents in the future.
Anyone with concerns or information about the use of off-road bikes in the area is being urged to contact Greater Manchester Police as the crackdown continues.
The statement released on Sunday night read: "Good evening all, you may have noticed a lot of police activity this evening in the Kersal/Lower Broughton area - we've had Traffic, Dog handlers, Helicopter, Tactical Aid Unit, Response - all working with our Salford North East Neighbourhood Team.
"This was as a result of numerous reports of anti social behaviour on motorbikes/off road bikes. The coordinated response this evening worked brilliantly and numerous arrests have been made for a variety of offences such as dangerous driving, theft of motor vehicle, possession of drugs with intent to supply and public order.
"The Neighbourhood Team have been working hard to combat these issues and we hope tonight's results speak for themselves. Details of suspects charged to follow at a later date."
Anyone with any details in relation to off road bikes, who's using them or where they are stored can report this to 101/ Crimestoppers or privately message the GMP Social Media Platforms.
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