A police officer was injured and five vehicles damaged as officers dispersed an illegal gathering in Longsight yesterday evening.
There was gathering of around 150 people at a cul-de-sac on St Stephen’s Close in the Longsight area.
Officers successfully dispersed the group but were met with hostility in the process, which saw one officer injured and five vehicles damaged.
The officer thankfully didn’t require further treatment and the vehicles have been sent for repairs.
ACC Mabs Hussain said: “Officers responded to last night’s incident after receiving reports from concerned members of the public about this illegal gathering. After trying to engage with the group they were met with hostility and one officer was injured.
“Our officers respond to incidents in order to protect the public. When they arrive at a scene and are then subsequently attacked for doing their job, it is unacceptable. We do not tolerate these attacks as they don’t deserve to be treated in this way.
“These are the officers that the same community will call upon when they require our assistance. These officers will be there for them in times of need, so attacking someone who will also be there for you in your own time of need will not be tolerated.
“This weekend we are again increasing our resources dedicated to preventing illegal raves and large gatherings. Last weekend we disrupted at least 13 raves from taking place and again we will do all we can to prevent any from happening this weekend. When we see illegal activity taking place, we will take action. If you attend an illegal rave you may face arrest and prosecution. Our advice is don’t do it.”
