Greater Manchester Police have brought in a Section 60 Order in Failsworth after multiple reports of an altercation outside a supermarket on Ashton Road West this afternoon
Numerous reports stated that at least one of the group was thought to be in possession of a knife.
Officers quickly responded however most of the group had immediately dispersed. One teenager has been arrested in connection with the incident so far and remains in police custody.
A Section 60 Order is in place until 4pm tomorrow (Tuesday 23 January 2024) to give officers extra powers to stop and search individuals. The map below highlights the areas in which the powers are authorised, covering the entirety of Failsworth.
Increased high visibility police presence can be expected in the local area.
Inspector Paul Giannasi of GMP’s Oldham District said; “The additional powers granted this evening demonstrate our robust and thorough approach to incidents of this nature.
“Although this is thought to be an isolated incident between groups known to one another, we understand the impact incidents like these can have on communities, particularly those just trying to go about their daily business. Thankfully no members of the wider public reported injuries.
