Wigan dispersal order in place over suspected car meet
It is in force until midday today (May 11)
Last updated 11th May 2025
A dispersal order remains in place in parts of Wigan after police received intelligence about a possible car meet.
It is in force until midday today (May 11).
In a statement yesterday, police said: "A dispersal order is in place for the Wigan Borough from mid-day Saturday 10 May 2025 for 24 hours.
"This in relation to information received regarding a possible car meet on Westwood Way, Wigan later today.
"There will be a police presence to enforce the order and positive action will be taken against any individual driving dangerously, carelessly or in an anti-social manner. Action includes having vehicles seized and prosecution.
"The order gives officers additional powers to deal with anti-social behaviour. Officers can issue persons a notice to leave the area immediately. Failure to comply with the notice can lead to arrest."