Watch moment police arrest wanted man while he slept on roof
Two police officers suffered minor injuries during the incident, Greater Manchester Police say.
Police in Greater Manchester have successfully arrested a wanted man who was found sleeping on a roof. The incident occurred at a property on Reservoir Street in Salford and involved emergency services. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) received a request from another force to apprehend the individual, who was wanted for recall to prison on additional charges.
The man, identified as 37 years old, was apprehended while asleep on the roof after being gently approached by officers from the force's tactical unit. A struggle ensued as the man was pulled down from the roof, resulting in minor injuries for two police officers. GMP spokesperson Det Ch Insp Helen Bagnall highlighted the extensive use of resources to resolve the situation, emphasizing the potential dangers officers face daily to protect the public.
She commended the patience of local residents and indicated that the force would collaborate with partners to aid affected individuals, acknowledging some property damage resulting from the man's actions.
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