Greater Manchester Police have made five arrests on suspicion of fraud offences following the recent local elections. The investigation centers on the 7 May election in Tameside's St Peter's ward, specifically regarding how candidates were nominated and represented, and whether electoral procedures were correctly followed.
Details of the arrests
Four men and one woman, aged between 23 and 47, were arrested at addresses in Tameside on Thursday morning. All five remain in custody as inquiries continue. Police are working closely with the Electoral Commission and local partners to progress the investigation.
Ongoing investigation
The arrests come after a thorough probe into the electoral process in the ward. Authorities have not disclosed further details at this stage, but the collaboration with the Electoral Commission underscores the seriousness of the allegations. The investigation is ongoing.
