£30,000 in Stolen Machinery Recovered and Man Arrested During Rural Crime Crackdown in Rochdale
Milnrow, Rochdale — Police have recovered an estimated £30,000 worth of suspected stolen farm and construction machinery following a targeted raid at a rural property in Milnrow.
A 53-year-old man was arrested at the scene, and seven dogs were seized by officers during the operation, which took place as part of National Rural Crime Week.
The warrant was executed by Greater Manchester Police neighbourhood officers as part of ongoing, targeted efforts to disrupt agricultural theft and protect rural communities.
Machinery theft remains a major concern for rural and construction sectors, often causing significant financial hardship and operational disruption for local businesses and farmers. It is assumed that work is currently underway to identify the rightful owners of the machinery.
The 53-year-old suspect was likely taken into custody for questioning on suspicion of theft offenses, where he could remain as enquiries continue. The seven seized dogs have been removed from the property and their fate has not been explained by police.
The suspect was arrested on suspicion of multiple offenses, including handling stolen goods and possessing an offensive weapon in a private dwelling. In addition to these charges, law enforcement officials revealed that the suspect was actively breaching a court order that explicitly prohibited him from keeping dogs.
Speaking on the operation, police highlighted the importance of dedicated action during National Rural Crime Week, re-assuring local residents that rural isolation will not protect criminals from law enforcement.
GMP continues to urge members of the public, particularly those in agricultural and rural areas, to remain vigilant, secure expensive equipment, and report any suspicious activity.
Anyone with information regarding rural crime or machinery theft in the area is encouraged to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101 or report details anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
A 53-year-old man was arrested at the scene, and seven dogs were seized by officers during the operation, which took place as part of National Rural Crime Week.
The warrant was executed by Greater Manchester Police neighbourhood officers as part of ongoing, targeted efforts to disrupt agricultural theft and protect rural communities.
Machinery theft remains a major concern for rural and construction sectors, often causing significant financial hardship and operational disruption for local businesses and farmers. It is assumed that work is currently underway to identify the rightful owners of the machinery.
The 53-year-old suspect was likely taken into custody for questioning on suspicion of theft offenses, where he could remain as enquiries continue. The seven seized dogs have been removed from the property and their fate has not been explained by police.
The suspect was arrested on suspicion of multiple offenses, including handling stolen goods and possessing an offensive weapon in a private dwelling. In addition to these charges, law enforcement officials revealed that the suspect was actively breaching a court order that explicitly prohibited him from keeping dogs.
Speaking on the operation, police highlighted the importance of dedicated action during National Rural Crime Week, re-assuring local residents that rural isolation will not protect criminals from law enforcement.
GMP continues to urge members of the public, particularly those in agricultural and rural areas, to remain vigilant, secure expensive equipment, and report any suspicious activity.
Anyone with information regarding rural crime or machinery theft in the area is encouraged to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101 or report details anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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