“Thanks to the vigilance of our neighbourhood policing team, a dangerous firearm was removed before it could be used in a serious crime.”
The loaded shotgun recovered by police in Moston.
A loaded shotgun was recovered after neighbourhood police officers spotted two men acting suspiciously. The suspects fled through a garden but were caught and arrested.
The incident began on Ludgate Road in Moston last night. The men, aged 22 and 41, have been arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm and remain in custody where they are being questioned.
Detective Inspector Mark Hodgson of City of Manchester North CID, said: “Thanks to the vigilance and swift actions of our neighbourhood policing team, a dangerous firearm was removed before it could be used in a serious crime.
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The loaded shotgun recovered by police in Moston.
“Loaded firearms pose an immediate and deadly threat to public safety — their presence on our streets risks lives and fuels serious crime.
“Neighbourhood officers play a vital role in keeping our communities safe, building trust, gathering local intelligence, and responding quickly to concerns raised by residents.
“This incident highlights the dedication and effectiveness of our neighbourhood patrols, whose presence allows potentially dangerous situations to be identified proactively and addressed swiftly, helping to remove weapons from the streets of Greater Manchester.
“While it’s fortunate that no one was injured, the use of firearms on our streets is completely unacceptable.”
In the last year, we have seized a record number of firearms, as part of our ongoing commitment to make Greater Manchester’s streets safer.
Anyone with information about those who may possess firearms should contact us immediately on 101, 999 in an ongoing or emergency situation, or via our LiveChat service. If you would prefer to provide information anonymously, you can do so via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. We will act on information we receive.
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