Praise for crackdown on alcohol-fuelled crime

Bosses of chief police officers have applauded the results of a major crackdown on alcohol-fuelled crime.

Friday’s Operation Admiral saw more than 670 people arrested, 67 in Rochdale, in one of the biggest single day operations by Greater Manchester Police.

Greater Manchester Police Authority Chairman Councillor Paul Murphy took the opportunity to congratulate the force on the “massive success” during a monthly performance meeting yesterday (Monday 24 August).

Councillor Murphy said: “We closely monitor the actions of the Force. We always make it clear when there’s an issue which needs addressing but it’s equally important to recognise when results are being delivered.

“I’m extremely proud of what’s been achieved - to say Operation Admiral made an impact is an understatement. Everyone involved played an important part and that has not gone unnoticed by the Authority or I assume the communities of Greater Manchester.

“There is no need to say keep up the good work. I know it goes on every day within GMP and its partner agencies. The Authority looks forward to hearing many more success stories in the future along with the outcomes from the arrests made as part of Admiral, which we’ll be monitoring.”