Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team arrest four men during operation targeting increase in snap lock burglaries

Today (Thursday 18 January 2024) following an investigation into the increase in lock snap burglaries across Worsley, Boothstown, and Ellenbrook, officers in Salford's Neighbourhood Crime Team organised and conducted a day’s action under ‘Operation Breeze’.

Through the team’s investigation, it was found that offenders were breaking into homes by snapping the locks on front or rear doors. Once inside, they would steal vehicle keys and make off with high-value cars from people's driveways, often using Suron bikes for a quick getaway.

During today’s operation, officers executed a number of warrants that led to the arrest of four men on suspicion to commit burglary.

Among those arrested were one 21-year-old and three 19-year-olds, who are currently in custody for further questioning.

Additionally, the operation resulted in the seizures of five Suron bikes believed to be linked to these crimes.

Detective Sergeant Kevin Oakes of the Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team said: "Today's arrests and seizures send a clear message that criminal activities like these will not be tolerated. By taking away the tools used by criminals, we disrupt their operations, and we will continue to identify, locate, and bring offenders to justice. Operation Breeze is one of many operations across the force, dedicated to keeping our communities safe, we will continue to work with our partners and the community to achieve justice. If you are concerned about any forms of criminality in your area or have information that you’d like to share with us, please call 101 or report online on our website: www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers – anonymously – on 0800 555 111.”

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