Two speed cameras have been damaged in South Manchester as police believe the incidents are linked over a two day period
The first incident was late on Monday night on Edge Lane in Chorlton.The suspects in question were seen making off on e-bikes down a walkway close to Meadow Court.
This camera has been taken away for repairs.
The second incident in the early hours of Tuesday morning was Errwood Road in Burnage, where one suspect had completely cut down a speed camera with an electric power tool.
He was last seen running into Cringle Fields towards the Mcvities factory.
Inspector Paul Wall from our City of Manchester district said: “These incidents are really disappointing, the speed cameras which have been damaged were requested by the local community to help reduce levels of serious injury caused by speeding at locations of high-risk routes close to schools, shops or public parks.
“We are investigating these incidents and anyone who is found to have damaged these cameras or been in conspiracy to commit these crimes will be arrested and dealt with accordingly.
“We are working with partners such as Transport for Greater Manchester and Manchester City Council to quickly repair the damaged speed cameras.”
