Man arrested after firearms warrant executed in Little Hulton

Officers attended an address in Armitage Avenue yesterday

Author: Jodie SmithPublished 23rd Oct 2022
Last updated 23rd Oct 2022

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of a firearms offence and serious assault after specialist firearms officers carried out a warrant in Little Hulton.

Officers attended an address in Armitage Avenue at around 15:15pm yesterday (22 October 2022).

A man remains in police custody for questioning by Salford Detectives.

Chief Inspector Chris Boyd of Greater Manchester Police said: "I am pleased with the result of this warrant and I hope it reassures the public that Greater Manchester Police will not hesitate to take robust action against those suspected of carrying firearms.

"When we receive intelligence of their use, we act quickly to mitigate any potential threat. Thankfully in this case the offence being investigated was isolated and there is no threat to the wider community."

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