Two women arrested after gun and ammunition found in south Manchester

We have arrested two women aged 24 and 54 and seized a gun as part of an ongoing investigation.

Officers carried out a warrant in Moss Side yesterday (8/5/24) and recovered a handgun and ammunition.

Both women remain in custody for questioning having been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition.

Detective Superintendent Joe Harrop, GMP lead for Serious Organised Crime, said: "Firearms have no place on our streets and these arrests demonstrate our commitment to removing guns from the streets of Greater Manchester.

"We rely on information from the public as we continue to protect our communities from guns.

“This information is used to Investigate incidents involving firearms; we use specialist resources to support the investigations and build strong cases against suspects.

"To report an incident or suspicions, please call police on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

Reports and concerns can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."