Police incident at car park in Bury

At around 11pm on Tuesday 26 May 2026 we were called to reports of a concern for the welfare of a woman on the car park of a shopping centre on Goodall Street, Bury.

While this incident remains ongoing, our priority is the welfare of the woman and working towards a safe conclusion.

We understand the disruption this has caused to nearby residents, workers, businesses and visitors. Resources and emergency services are at the scene to resolve this safely.

We are aware this is a recurring incident, and we continue to work with other services to avoid a repeat and prevent further disruption.

Superintendent Phil Spurgeon from GMP’s Bury district, said: “Our officers have remained at the scene throughout the day and night with negotiators, GMFRS, NWAS and health professionals to work towards a safe conclusion.

“We are aware of concerns around the recent high temperatures and the length of time the woman has been up there; our priority is her welfare and bringing her to safety.

“We understand frustrations due to the disruption this incident has caused for nearby residents, workers and businesses, but our immediate priority is a safe conclusion. We have resources at the scene to try to minimise any disruption and return the town centre to business as usual as soon as it is safe to do so.”