Greater Manchester Police authorise section 60 authority in Limeside area of Oldham

This evening, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has authorised a section 60 authority in the outline area of the Limeside in Oldham.

The section 60 powers come under the 1994 Criminal Justice and Public Order Act, and will run 24 hours, it will begin at 7pm this evening (Friday 23 June 2023). The authorisation will end at 7pm on Saturday 24 June 2023.

The section 60 authority - which grants officers extended powers to stop and search individuals within the area - has been introduced following reports of multiple disturbances in the area on Thursday 22 June and Friday 23 June 2023.

It is believed that two boys were attacked in two separate unrelated incidents across the two nights in question.

Section 60 map

Superintendent Phil Hutchinson from Oldham said: “I would like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding while we try and establish the full circumstances around these incidents.

“If anyone has any information that could assist us with our enquiries, please do come forward.

“Extra patrol officers have been deployed around the local area both on foot and in patrol cars. If you have any concerns about this incident our officers will be happy to provide reassurance and listen to any of your queries.”

Anyone with information or footage - including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam - related to these incidents is urged to contact GMP.

You can do so by making a report via the LiveChat function on GMP's website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.