Two men arrested after being caught using stolen mopeds in Stockport
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTwo men have been arrested in connection with burglaries and moped thefts in Stockport. GMP’s Neighbourhood Crime Team executed three warrants at properties in Edgeley, Adswood and Wythenshawe on Friday morning (May 5) following a number of reports of burglaries, robberies and motor vehicle thefts in the areas.
The two men remain in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of burglary offences and the use of stolen mopeds in Edgeley. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community Greater Manchester Police said there has been an increase in anti-social behaviour involving moped and motorbikes in Stockport.
A GMP spokesperson said: “Stockport Neighbourhood Crime Team target offenders of acquisitive crime, those responsible for burglaries, robberies and theft of motor vehicles. “We are currently seeing an increase in anti-social behaviour with the use of mopeds and motorbikes across the Stockport area, especially as the weather is improving.
We are keen to receive information from the public about those involved, where this is occurring or where vehicles may be stored.” Anyone with information relating to a crime can report it to GMP on 101 or by using the live chat function on the GMP website.
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