VEHICLE CRIME

On the evening of Wednesday 1 July 2026, neighbourhood officers identified a moped that had come to police attention in connection with suspected drug-related activity across Royton, Shaw and Crompton.

Officers conducted a follow on the vehicle and, with assistance from specialist roads policing officers, brought the moped to a safe stop using authorised tactics, including the deployment of a stinger.

Following the stop, the rider was detained and searched. Officers recovered a quantity of cannabis and the rider subsequently tested positive for cannabis during a roadside drugs test.

The rider was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving offences and taken into police custody for further investigation.

This activity forms part of Greater Manchester Police's ongoing commitment to tackling drug-related crime, reducing anti-social behaviour and keeping local communities safe.

Anyone with information about crime or anti-social behaviour in their area is encouraged to contact Greater Manchester Police via 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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