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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Woman ‘raped' in busy town centre as cops release CCTV in hunt for man
POLICE are urgently hunting a man after a woman was raped in a town centre late at night. Officers say the attack took place at around 1am yesterday in the heart of Bolton, Greater Manchester. 2 Police wish to speak to this man as part of their investigation into the rape Now, cops have released two images of a man they wish to speak to as part of their investigation. A spokesman for GMP Bolton said: "We're working to identify this man after the rape of a woman was reported in town at 1am on Thursday. "We're working to provide the victim with all the support possible and we'd encourage anyone with information to call 0161 856 5757 quoting 176 of 24/07." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Read More on UK News is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at 2 Officers believe this man may have information which could help the investigation Credit: Greater Manchester Police
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Woman ‘raped' in busy town centre as cops release CCTV in hunt for man
The attack was reported shortly after 1am on Thursday RAPE PROBE Woman 'raped' in busy town centre as cops release CCTV in hunt for man POLICE are urgently hunting a man after a woman was raped in a town centre late at night. Officers say the attack took place at around 1am yesterday in the heart of Bolton, Greater Manchester. Advertisement 2 Police wish to speak to this man as part of their investigation into the rape Now, cops have released two images of a man they wish to speak to as part of their investigation. A spokesman for GMP Bolton said: "We're working to identify this man after the rape of a woman was reported in town at 1am on Thursday. "We're working to provide the victim with all the support possible and we'd encourage anyone with information to call 0161 856 5757 quoting 176 of 24/07." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Advertisement is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Yahoo
Dawn raid at house today in the fight against drugs
Police carried out a dawn raid at a house in Astley Bridge this morning. The raid was as a result of information from members of the community concerned about drugs in the area. A spokesman for GMP Bolton said: "Officers from the Bolton North Neighbourhood Team have executed a drugs warrant at a house in Astley Bridge this morning. "Following information from members of the community concerned about drug supply in the area, your local officers obtained a warrant from the court. READ MORE: Farnworth properties raided by police in fight against drugs Horwich police arrest one as they carry out dawn raid at property "A small quantity of what is believed to be class B drugs were found during the warrant. "A 26-year-old man remains under investigation. "If you have information about criminality in your area, you can contact the independent charity, CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111." The raid is the latest to be carried out in Bolton to crackdown on drug dealing in the borough. Last month, police carried out a series of simultaneous dawn raids in the Farnworth area as part of an investigation drug gangs in the borough.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Yahoo
Meeting to discuss drug dealing and traffic issues in this part of Bolton
Police officers will be holding a community meeting tomorrow (Thursday, June 19) to speak about concerns local residents may have. The meeting will take place at Bolton Muslim Girls School on Swan Lane. Issues being discussed will include anti-social behaviour, traffic offences and drug dealing - and how they are being tackled in the community. READ MORE: Bolton women call for action on tackling drugs in the area Officers at Ladybridge meeting raise concerns over knives A spokesman for GMP Bolton Rumworth Neighbourhood Team said: "We will be meeting at 5pm and hope to see all different members of our community there to ask questions, listen to the work we have completed and to meet our team." Police regularly hold meetings - often with council representatives - in the community to hear about local concerns and also the work officers have been doing to tackle crime in the area. Meetings and more information can be found on GMP Bolton Facebook Page.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Police uncover cannabis farm after raid on terraced street
A cannabis farm has been seized following a police raid in Bolton. Around 70 plants have been destroyed after officers carried out a warrant on Huntroyde Avenue, Tonge Moor this morning (Saturday). Police say the grow was split across two rooms. No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing. READ MORE: LIVE updates as air ambulance lands in Stockport READ MORE: Oldham murder investigation LIVE updates after man found dead A spokesman for GMP Bolton said: "This has prevented the intended supply and has disrupted the future criminal activity in this location, enquiries are now ongoing to establish those involved." Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
