Man arrested as part of investigation into spate of Oldham carjackings

Detectives are now appealing for anyone with information to get in touch with police

A man has been arrested following four carjacking incidents in Oldham in February.

The incidents occurred on Yorkshire Street and Derker tram stop car park area on Monday 21 February and Ashton Road East, Failsworth and Ashton Road, Oldham on Tuesday 22 February.

The 23-year-old was arrested on suspicion of robbery at an address on High Barn Street in Royton as part of an ongoing investigation into the thefts.

He remains in custody.

Detectives are now appealing for anyone with information to get in touch with police.

Detective Inspector Richard Arthern of GMP's Oldham district, said: "Nobody should be made to feel unsafe in their community and robbery is a heinous offence that can leave a long lasting negative impact on the lives of those who fall victim to it.

"Hopefully yesterday's arrest demonstrates that GMP is committed to tackling serious crime and removing dangerous individuals from our streets.

"Our investigation very much remains ongoing into these incidents and I would encourage anyone with information about recent carjacking incidents in the area to get in touch with us."

Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 8915 or 0161 856 9080.

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