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Greater Manchester Police have confirmed a number of arrests have been made in relation to violence before a Man Utd game earlier this season
The police force confirmed several arrests were made across the region. Ten suspected high-risk supporters, men aged between 20 and 64 are now in police custody for questioning.
GMP also confirmed that two cannabis farms were found when entering properties. This meant a 36-year-old woman was subsequently arrested on suspicion of cultivation and remains in custody alongside the other men.
These arrests are all in connection after intelligence was given relating to a large-scale fight that took place over two months ago in Lower Broughton in Salford before heading towards the city centre.
Following the arrests and with the Manchester derby between Man City and Man Utd at the Etihad now just days away, GMP have given a warning to fans. They have strongly reminded that violence of any sort, whether it’s linked to football or not, will not be tolerated.
City host United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday December 15. Kick off is at 4.30pm.
Chief Superintendent Colette Rose from Specialist Operations said; “Our proactive and positive action today has been targeted to highlight that organised violence of any kind has no place in Greater Manchester. It does not reflect most people who go to events and games without any intention to cause fear or to commit crime.
“With another big fixture coming this weekend, we want to send a strong message and reassurance that our specialised officers will be deployed to ensure you remain safe and peace is maintained, so you can enjoy the game. On occasions when enforcement is needed, those who are intent on causing harm will have to answer for their actions.
“I would like to remind those attending fixtures over the Christmas period that you can continue to report your concerns directly to our officers or through 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency. Alternatively, you can speak anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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