Recent targeted knife crime incidents in Bury and how you can help
In response to recent knife crime incidents in Bury, residents have expressed heightened concerns. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) seeks to reassure communities that these were specific targeted attacks. GMP has increased patrols and implemented Section 60 orders to prevent escalation.
Collaborative response meetings involving local council, faith leaders, housing colleagues, schools, and colleges aim to identify root causes and rebuild positively post-events. Community and voluntary organizations in Bury can support this effort by:
- Reassuring community members that these incidents are targeted, with Bury’s knife crime levels among the lowest in Greater Manchester.
- Share information or details that may support the police – You can get in touch in confidence by ringing 101 quoting incident 2566 of 28/03/2024. Alternatively, details can be passed on completely anonymously to Crimestoppers (https://crimestoppers-uk.org/) on 0800 555 111
- Share resources and information to help inform young people and families – Click on this link for the knife harm guide for parents and carers that was distributed as part of the Knife Angel visit for your information.
