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'We'll stamp out crime on Metrolink': Police to patrol trams after 6pm in new bid to tackle yobs

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Sign up for our daily newsletter to get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox Metrolink passengers will see an increased police presence on Metrolink services as part of a new plan to ‘stamp out’ crime on the network.

Speaking to the MEN from the Conservative Conference, Chris Boardman said passengers ‘had to feel secure’ after 6pm. The former professional cyclist's remit was extended from active travel to all Greater Manchester transport in May.

His latest decision follows a number of disturbing reports of assaults on Metrolink, including an attack on a young girl who was punched and dragged along the floor, and the brutal attack of a 17-year-old boy in an attempted robbery. READ MORE: Just how safe are Greater

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