Chief Constable thanks communities for peaceful vigil

The following message is attributable to Stephen Watson, Chief Constable

“Last night’s vigil to honour and remember the victims of the deeply distressing and abhorrent Hamas terrorist attack on Israel passed off peacefully, and without significant incident.  I thank our communities for their proactive and calm approach to standing together in solidarity and thank my officers for delivering a professional policing operation. 

“There is no place for antisemitic hate crime in Greater Manchester and GMP understands the traumatic impact it can have on victims and communities, particularly at times like this - when they feel most vulnerable. GMP is committed to safeguarding people and property and taking robust action against offenders. The force has committed, and will continue to commit, significant and focused resources to giving reassuring effect to its intentions.

“If you feel you are a victim of hate crime, please be assured that we want you to report it to us – GMP can be contacted via gmp.police.uk or 101. In an emergency, always dial 999. Anonymous reports can be made via the independent charity – Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

“Similarly, as events continue to unfold, I know that there will be difficult times ahead for many of our communities and GMPs stance will continue to reflect the understandable concerns which so regrettably have been caused to arise.”