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ITV News
6 days ago
- ITV News
Two men arrested in Oldham as part of historical child sexual abuse investigation
Two men have been arrested as part of an investigation into historical child sex abuse allegations. The men, aged 38 and 40, are being questioned on suspicion of raping children in Oldham between 2011 and 2014, which police believe involved a number of girls. Greater Manchester Police says it is working closely with the victims and survivors and that the activity was planned after detectives identified a potential survivor and approached her about the case. The force adds that detectives from the CSE Major Incident Team, which is responsible for investigating the most serious and complex cases involving offences against vulnerable young people, are investigating the allegations, and that two properties in Oldham have been targeted. Two men who were arrested are being questioned as part of Operation Sherwood, a dedicated investigation into abuse police believe a number of girls experienced in Oldham between 2011 and 2014. Assistant Chief Constable Steph Parker, lead for Protecting Vulnerable People, said: 'We are working closely with the victims and survivors at the heart of these investigations. They've placed their faith in us, and we must get this right for them. 'We will not allow the passage of time to be a barrier, and while these are complex cases, we are doing everything we can to piece together evidence and build strong case files to help secure the justice they deserve. 'Protecting children is our priority, and we are committed to finding anyone who has harmed vulnerable young people and holding them to account. 'Within the last three months, we have arrested twelve suspects as part of Operation Sherwood. 'These investigations have been ramping up and this momentum will continue as we trace, find, and lock up suspects.' Greater Manchester Police say that if anyone has been raped or sexually assaulted, or if anyone knows of someone who has, they should not "suffer in silence" but report it to the police, or a support agency.
BBC News
7 days ago
- BBC News
Two more rape arrests in Oldham child sex abuse investigation
Two more men have been arrested on suspicion of raping a child more than 10 years ago as part of an investigation into historical sexual abuse of several girls in suspects, aged 38 and 40, were detained earlier at different houses after detectives from Greater Manchester Police identified a potential survivor and approached her about the case, the force men were the latest to be arrested in Operation Sherwood, which focuses on abuse of girls in the town between 2011 and Chief Constable Steph Parker said officers had arrested 12 people in the past three months as part of the investigation. She said they were "complex cases" but the force was "doing everything we can to piece together evidence"."We will not allow the passage of time to be a barrier," she Sherwood was launched following a critical report that found authorities, including police, had failed to protect vulnerable young people in Oldham from abuse. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Yahoo
Police issue update as officer injured after being reversed into in hit-and-run
An investigation remains ongoing after a driver 'reversed into' a police sergeant multiple times, leaving him requiring hospital treatment. Greater Manchester Police said the sergeant was rushed to hospital on Friday, May 30, following a hit-and-run in Frodsham Street, Rusholme. The officer was trapped between the car involved and another vehicle, crushing his legs, before the driver fled the scene. READ MORE: Streets taped off near Greater Manchester town centre after man 'slashed' READ MORE: 'This is war... lines have been crossed, all my condolences to your family' In an update issued today (June 16), police confirmed that an investigation was still taking place. A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault, dangerous driving and failing to stop. He has since been bailed pending further enquiries, GMP says. Assistant Chief Constable Steph Parker said following the incident: "This incident is a reminder of the risks that our frontline officers face daily as they go about their duties to keep communities safe and respond to incidents. "Assaults on officers are wholly unacceptable and take them away from being able to serve and protect the public, which is what they come to work each shift to do. Join our Court and Crime WhatsApp group HERE "An investigation is now underway, and we'd like to thank those who have already come forward with information about the incident, and to those in the area who may have been impacted by the emergency response. "Our priority is the wellbeing of the injured officer, and I wish him a speedy recovery as we look to pursue justice. "Anyone who has not yet spoken to us, but has information, CCTV or dash-cam footage of the incident, or the moments before and after, can contact us on 101 quoting log 2828 of 30/05/25." --- For the latest stories and breaking news visit Get the latest headlines, features and analysis that matter to you by signing up to our various Manchester Evening News newsletters here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to stay up to date with the latest. Follow us on X @mennewsdesk for all the latest stories and updates on breaking incidents from across the region and beyond, as well as on our Facebook page here. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our newsdesk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it.
ITV News
04-06-2025
- General
- ITV News
Five men arrested as detectives investigate historic child sexual exploitation in Oldham
Five men have been arrested following a series of police raids as part of a major investigation into historic child sexual exploitation (CSE). The suspects, aged between 37 and 54, were detained on Wednesday morning, 4 June, during warrants executed at properties across Oldham, Tameside and Manchester. The men were arrested on suspicion of rape and remain in custody for questioning. The arrests are linked to alleged grooming and abuse that took place between 2011 and 2014 and form part of Greater Manchester Police 's (GMP) ongoing Operation Sherwood – "a complex and wide-ranging" investigation supported by Oldham Council. GMP have said the cases currently involve four survivors, one of whom recently came forward which prompted the morning raids. Officers from GMP's CSE Major Incident Team have been working closely with the survivors, gathering evidence and intelligence to build a strong foundation for potential prosecutions. Assistant Chief Constable Steph Parker, GMP's lead for Protecting Vulnerable People, said: "The survivors at the centre of these cases have placed their trust in the GMP of today and have the confidence to support prosecutions, which we hold to the highest regard. "Our investigative teams are piecing together all the evidence and taking robust action as soon as we can. "Bringing child abusers to justice is why our detectives work so tirelessly day-in, day-out. It's essential we get this right.' Six other people had already been arrested as part of Operation Sherwood in earlier stages of the investigation. Those suspects have since been released on bail under strict child protection conditions while enquiries continue. GMP confirmed that while the latest group of suspects are not all believed to be directly linked, their arrests relate to ongoing support provided to multiple survivors. In a post shared on X, GMP said: "We've arrested a number of suspected child sex offenders this morning as part of an ongoing specialist GMP investigation."The action relates to alleged grooming in Oldham between 2011 and 2014. The victim supporting today's action continues to be kept updated. "Time will be no barrier to getting justice for victims of child sexual exploitation.'
The Independent
31-05-2025
- General
- The Independent
Police officer hospitalised after being crushed between two cars
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault, dangerous driving, and failure to stop after a Greater Manchester Police sergeant was injured in an alleged hit-and-run incident in Rusholme. The incident occurred on Frodsham Street at 6pm on Friday, where a car reportedly "reversed into the officer several times" before fleeing the scene. The injured sergeant is currently receiving hospital treatment for his injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. Assistant Chief Constable Steph Parker has condemned the assault, emphasising the risks faced by frontline officers and assuring that an investigation is underway to bring the perpetrator to justice. Police are appealing to the public for any CCTV or dash cam footage of the incident or the moments leading up to and following it, urging them to call 101 and quote log 2828 of 30/05/25.
