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Greater Manchester Imposes Force-Wide Dispersal Order Through Monday Over Reported Car Meets

Police say the move follows last week’s fatal Bolton crash to protect public safety.

Overview

  • The Section 35 order took effect at 3:30pm on Saturday, January 17, and is set to expire at 5:00am on Monday, January 19.
  • It covers all of Greater Manchester and allows officers to direct people to leave or remove those suspected of anti-social behaviour.
  • Greater Manchester Police described the measure as a precaution linked to last week’s multiple-fatality collision in Bolton.
  • Reports suggest several car meets were planned this weekend, but police have not disclosed any times or locations.
  • Chief Inspector John Haywood urged potential attendees to consider community impact and follow officers’ directions to keep people safe.