Man arrested after Angela Rayner receives threats
A 52-year-old man has been arrested in Halifax on suspicion of malicious communications
Last updated 27th Oct 2021
A 52-year-old man has been arrested in Halifax on suspicion of malicious communications after Ashton-under-Lyne MP, and deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner, received a string of threats.
Greater Manchester Police say they're currently investigating a number of reports of threatening and abusive phone calls, emails and letters over recent weeks.
Grater Manchester Police's Detective Sergeant Christopher Dean said:
"Abusive, threatening or bullying behaviour towards anyone is completely unacceptable and we will always do what we can to ensure those responsible are identified and held accountable for their behaviour.
"Although we have arrested one man our investigation remains very much ongoing and we will continue to pursue all available lines of enquiry to identify all those responsible."
A spokesman for Angela Rayner said:
"Angela and her staff have received a number of threatening, malicious and abusive communications in recent weeks.
"We are working with the police to ensure that the perpetrators of these crimes are brought to justice and Angela would like to thank the police for their work during these investigations.
"Abuse and threats of this nature don't just have an impact on Angela but also on her family, her children and her staff who are on the receiving end of these communications.
"Angela is currently on bereavement leave after losing a close loved one and she looks forward to being back at work as soon as possible."