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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
James Holt

Police ramp up powers in Oldham after 'groups fighting in the street'

Police have ramped up their powers in an area of Oldham after groups were reportedly seen 'fighting in the street' and 'causing damage to vehicles' on Sunday (June 4).

A number of streets in the Derker area have now fallen under new stop and search powers following the groups of males causing a disturbance.

Greater Manchester Police have introduced the section 60 powers that allow officers to stop and search individuals within the area as part of their enquiries into the violent brawl.

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