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Police seize firearm, arrest two in drug conspiracy

By Drooid · Oct 8, 2026, 5:34 PM UTC · How we work

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GMP Seizes Firearm

Greater Manchester Police seized a firearm and ammunition from a business in Irlam, England.
Detective Inspector Rich McCorry said the seizure potentially prevented a serious incident.
Officers arrested a man in his 50s for conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis.
Officers arrested a man in his 30s for the same drug conspiracy.
The warrant was executed 8:30 pm Wednesday after organised-crime intelligence, supported by Tactical Aid Unit and Vehicle Intercept Unit.

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Salford Council Shuts Nursery

Salford Council’s environmental health department issued a prohibition order for Mini Fingers nursery on October 2, 2026, after finding vermin.
Inspectors discovered a collapsed drain beneath the baby room, raising sanitation and safety concerns.
The nursery surrendered its Ofsted registration and removed its website and Facebook page.
Salford Children’s Services began helping affected families locate alternative childcare in the community.
The manager emailed parents on October 5, 2026, saying the business was extremely out of pocket and could not continue.

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GMP Seizes Firearm

Greater Manchester Police seized a firearm and ammunition from a business in Irlam, England.
Detective Inspector Rich McCorry said the seizure potentially prevented a serious incident.
Officers arrested a man in his 50s for conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis.
Officers arrested a man in his 30s for the same drug conspiracy.
The warrant was executed 8:30 pm Wednesday after organised-crime intelligence, supported by Tactical Aid Unit and Vehicle Intercept Unit.

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