A man who police say evaded capture for two years by using fake names has been arrested on suspicion of stalking, with several knives discovered during his detention. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed the arrest took place on Friday morning at an undisclosed location outside the Greater Manchester area.

The suspect, whose age has not been released, had been wanted by officers for two years following reports of stalking. GMP stated that the man employed a series of false identities and other tactics in an attempt to avoid detection, but a coordinated effort by police teams ultimately led to his capture. "The suspect believed he could target the vulnerable victim throughout this time," a spokesperson said. "Despite him using fake names and other ploys to throw the team off, these proved useless in the end."

Upon arrest, officers found several knives in the man's possession. He was reportedly uncompliant during the process, requiring officers to swiftly escort him into a police van. The man now remains in custody for questioning. No further details have been provided about the victim or the exact nature of the stalking allegations, with police investigations ongoing.

The case highlights ongoing efforts by GMP to track down individuals who attempt to conceal their identities while targeting victims. Local residents in Oldham and surrounding areas will be reassured by the swift action taken by the force, which employed a range of tactics to locate the man. The arrest underscores the commitment of local policing teams to protecting vulnerable people and bringing offenders to justice.

Police have not disclosed the man's identity beyond confirming he used aliases. The investigation is expected to progress as detectives piece together the events of the two-year period. Further updates may follow as inquiries continue, but for now, the arrest represents a significant step in resolving a case that had evaded resolution for an extended period.