Section 60 stop and search powers introduced this evening covering part of Wigan
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Under Section 60, officers have extra powers to stop and search people in a defined area within a specific timeframe.
From Wednesday 3 May 2023 at 10pm until 7am tomorrow (Thursday 4 May 2023) Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has authorised the use of Section 60 powers across the area outlined in the map below.
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This has been implemented in relation to three incidents of violence in the Platt Bridge area on 2 May 2023. A further incident has also been reported tonight (3 May 2023) of youths with weapons wearing balaclavas. They are suspected to have caused extensive property damage and also to have made threats of violence.
GMP understand the use of a Section 60 can cause concern to residents, however, the use of these powers is only authorised when it is proportionate and necessary.
Officers out and about will continue to do all they can to keep you safe and will be on hand to offer any reassurance. Extra uniformed and non-uniformed officers have been deployed to the areas to support the community.