Police urge Salford residents to report crime after recent incidents [Video]

Police are urging Salford residents to report anti-social behaviour after a spate of thefts, criminal damage, bin fires and firework offences in the Salford Precinct area.

Local officers have investigated a number of anti-social behaviour incidents over recent weeks involving young people around the Salford Shopping centre.

In a statement issued by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) on social media, the force called on locals to be proactive in coming forward with information about criminal activity.

A spokesperson said: “There is a significant lack of reporting in the area.

“We are asking residents and the community to please report all incidents of anti-social behaviour to GMP by either calling 101 (or by) utilising GMP Online Report.

“All reports can be made completely anonymously.

“There is no requirement to provide any personal information – all information you provide to us is held in confidence and is completely confidential.”

In the year ending June 2024, the criminal damage and arson rate in Salford was markedly higher than the …