Three arrested in early morning raids as part of Cheshire Police operation
It follows burglaries in Wilmslow
Two men aged 49 and 36 are in custody on suspicion of handling stolen goods after being arrested in a joint policing operation with the Cheshire Constabulary, at Stockport.
Officers with the force also arrested a 46-year-old man in Marple on suspicion of burglary.
The arrests relate to items including jewellery, cash and bank cards stolen during two burglaries in Wilmslow in April.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Whittaker from CID East at Cheshire Police, said:
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the officers who have been involved in these operations in Stockport today.
"Being part of joint operations with our colleagues shows how committed we are in working towards a common goal and joint actions such as this highlight how we are continuing in the fight against crime within our own communities and across borders."
Detective Sergeant Matthew Tarr, from Stockport’s Neighbourhood Crime Team, said:
“We work a lot in partnership with Cheshire as they are the neighbouring force and criminals will often operate in both force areas.
“Burglary – and associated handling of stolen goods - is a priority for us along with vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour.
“Neighbourhood crime including vehicle-related theft, domestic burglary, theft from the person and robbery of personal property have a huge impact on individuals and their communities, and won’t be tolerated.
“We will always act on intelligence and urge anyone with information or concerns about criminality to contact police.”