Two young men have been arrested in Wythenshawe following a manhunt for a suspect wanted in connection with a serious assault. The arrests were made on Monday (November 9) by Greater Manchester Police's Tasking Team, who were carrying out enquiries to locate the wanted individual.
Officers discovered that the suspect was allegedly being harboured by a second male at a property in Wythenshawe. Both men were subsequently located and arrested at the address.
Weapons and drugs seized
During a search of the property, police uncovered a number of potentially dangerous items, including a machete and a lock knife. Drugs were also discovered at the scene and seized by officers.
The discovery adds to ongoing concerns about the presence of bladed weapons in communities across Greater Manchester, with police continuing to take action against those suspected of carrying weapons and involvement in violent crime.
Police statement on arrests
Greater Manchester Police confirmed the arrests in a post on social media, praising the work of its Tasking Team in locating the wanted suspect and bringing both individuals into custody.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Two young males were arrested by our #TaskingTeam this morning following a manhunt for an individual wanted for Serious Assault.
"The wanted individual was located along with a second male harbouring him. A machete, lock knife and drugs were found at the property.
"Both are enjoying their microwave all day breakfasts in custody as we write this!"
