An investigation has been launched
An investigation has been launched after the shotgun was found(Image: GMP)
A huge shotgun and rounds of ammunition were found during a police search of a woodland in Oldham on Wednesday (July 9).
Officers from Operation Vulcan discovered and seized the firearm following a search of the area, located on Oldham Edge, at the top of Henshaw Street.
A sawn-off shotgun with eleven cartridges of ammunition was discovered. It was safely recovered and has been sent for expert forensic analysis as part of the investigation.
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The work in the Derker area follows on from previous Vulcan initiatives carried out by Greater Manchester Police, in Cheetham Hill and Piccadilly Gardens. Dozens of arrests have been made along with hundreds of stop-searches.
Detective Inspector Lee Newburn, from GMP’s Vulcan team, said: “This successful find has meant a deadly weapon is off the streets of Oldham and is a further example of the work the Vulcan team is doing in keeping Derker and the wider community safe.
“We have already taken countless weapons off the streets and will continue to do this, while pursuing those who are responsible and bringing them to justice.
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“Officers will continue to tirelessly work with local partners and to ensure we carry out operations which smash criminals and the illegal activity they take part in.”
Anyone with information about firearms or other criminality in Derker and Oldham are being urged to contact the police immediately.
Information can be shared by calling 101, or by using the Live Chat function online. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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