Police Officers from Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team have arrested four men during Operation Breeze which has been targeting an increase in snap lock burglaries on properties around Worsley. Boothstown and Ellenbrook. The investigation found that Front and Rear door locks were being 'snapped' off to allow access to the thieves who were targeting the keys of high performance vehicles and high value goods . The thieves would often use Suron E-Bikes as part of their get-aways. Following the execution of a number of warrants, four men were arrested and remanded into custody for further questioning. Additionally the bikes which are thought to have been used in the crimes were seized by police. A number of items of jewellery were also recovered. Detective Sergeant Kevin Oakes of the Salford Neighbourhood Crime Team, said: “Today’s arrests and seizures send a clear message that criminal activities like these will not be tolerated. “By taking away the tools used by (suspected) criminals, we disrupt their operations, and we will continue to identify, locate, and bring offenders to justice. “Operation Breeze is one of many operations across the force, dedicated to keeping our communities safe, we will continue to work with our partners and the community to achieve justice. “If you are concerned about any forms of criminality in your area or have information that you’d like to share with us, please call 101 or report online on our website: www.gmp.police.uk. “Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers – anonymously – on 0800 555 111.”
