Two men arrested following series of warrants in Wythenshawe as we continue to tackle suspected ‘chop shops’ across GM
Police in Greater Manchester executed warrants in Wythenshawe, arresting two men and recovering suspected stolen vehicle parts as part of Operation Gosport, targeting 'chop shops' and vehicle theft.
Police Smash Suspected ‘Chop Shop’ in South Manchester, Two Arrested
Greater Manchester Police stormed a premises on Shenton Road, Wythenshawe, at dawn on 27 February, recovering four engine blocks believed stolen and seizing two cars thought used in further offences.
A 53-year-old man was held on suspicion of conspiring to steal vehicles; a 46-year-old man was arrested for allegedly handling stolen goods. Both remain in custody.
The raids, led by Bolton’s Neighbourhood Crime Team with Tactical Aid, Stolen Vehicle Examination and CSI units, form part of Operation Gosport, a force-wide probe into car theft and conspiracy spanning Bolton, Greater Manchester and the rest of the country.
Sgt Thomas Bayliss, of Bolton NCT, said: “Hard work and long hours from officers within the Neighbourhood Crime Team, with support from TAU, the Stolen Vehicle Examination Unit, and the Crime Scene Investigation team, has today helped police identify a suspected ‘chop shop’ in the south Manchester area. This operation shows that we will not tolerate vehicle crime and provide the public with confidence that their reports of crime are being taken seriously and criminals are being dealt with. Vehicle crime is not simply an inconvenience to people, it often affects their livelihood and way of income.”
Witnesses or anyone with information should call 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, dial 999.
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