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Chief Superintendent Tim Forber, Greater Manchester Police’s new Divisional Commander for the Oldham Division, has promised to work with the community to tackle local issues.

Tim has taken over from Chief Superintendent Caroline Ball, who has been transferred to head up the North Manchester division after more than four years in the role at Oldham.

Tim joins Greater Manchester Police from West Yorkshire Police, where he was Superintendent on the Kirklees Division. Bringing 14 years experience to the Force, Tim started his career with the Metropolitan Police before moving to West Yorkshire in 2005 as Detective Superintendent with the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team.

Chief Superintendent Tim Forber said: “I am passionate about delivering a reduction in crime and anti social behaviour, and ensuring that those who commit crime within our community are brought to justice.

“However, just as important to me is ensuring that we deal with the issues that matter most to the people in Oldham. I look forward to meeting local residents, listening to their concerns and continuing the good work that has already taken place with Oldham Council and other agencies and community groups to improve the quality of life for our communities.”

Tim is 37-years-old and is married with three children.

He added: “I am really looking forward to building on the excellent work undertaken by Caroline Ball in driving down crime figures, and making Oldham a safer place to live, work or visit.”

If you have a neighbourhood policing issue please contact your local Neighbourhood Policing Team:
· Oldham West Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Werneth, Alexandra, Medlock Vale and Coldhurst) on 0161 856 8927 or oldhamwest.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham East Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering St Mary’s, St James’ and Waterhead) on 0161 856 9028 or oldhameast.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Failsworth and Hollinwood Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Failsworth East, Failsworth West, Hollinwood and Limeside) on 0161 856 8914 or failsworthandhollinwood.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Royton and Shaw Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Royton North, Royton South, Crompton and Shaw) on 0161 856 8983 or roytonandshaw.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Chadderton Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Chadderton North, Chadderton South and Chadderton Central) on 0161 856 8825 or chadderton.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Saddleworth North, Saddleworth South and Saddleworth West and Lees) on 0161 856 4524 or saddleworthandlees.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team on 0161 856 8903 or oldhamtowncentre.npt@gmp.police.uk


To report crime call police on 0161 872 5050 or for more information visit www.gmp.police.uk.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.