Greater Manchester Police

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is the law enforcement agency responsible for policing Greater Manchester, England. They are currently newsworthy due to their involvement in several high-profile cases and ongoing investigations. Recent events include the arrest of civil resistance activists suspected of planning to steal from high-end stores, and the arrest of two suspects after a man allegedly entered a Manchester mosque with weapons. GMP also played a role in the conviction of Paul Quinn for a 2003 rape, a crime for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongfully imprisoned for 17 years, highlighting the force's involvement in reviewing historical cases. Additionally, GMP was involved in the investigation of an 80-year-old lottery winner who used his winnings to bankroll a large-scale drug operation. The force's activities reflect its ongoing efforts to address various crimes, from theft and terrorism-related incidents to historical injustices and drug trafficking.