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Man Arrested After Police and Staff Assaulted at Manchester Airport on New Year’s Day

Greater Manchester Police opened an investigation urging witnesses to come forward.

Overview

  • The assault happened on New Year’s Day while staff processed a detainee after a suspected security breach at the airport.
  • Two sergeants and a custody officer sustained injuries including a fracture, bite marks, scratches and a wrist injury.
  • All three were taken to hospital for treatment and have since been discharged.
  • A man in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of assault and breach of security and remains in custody for questioning.
  • Police asked anyone with information to contact 101, use 999 in an emergency, or reach Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.