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Greater Manchester Police Faces Backlash Over Unjustified Strip Searches

Inquiry reveals systematic abuse and calls for urgent reforms to protect vulnerable detainees.

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Overview

  • Report by Vera Baird highlights degrading treatment of women in police custody.
  • Many arrests deemed unnecessary or unlawful, with a focus on vulnerable individuals.
  • Recommendations include limiting strip searches and improving detainee treatment.
  • Greater Manchester Police apologizes and commits to implementing report's recommendations.
  • Former detective labels the findings a severe indictment of the police force's practices.