5 held as danger dogs are seized

SIX dangerous dogs were seized and five local men in their 20s were arrested after a police raid on three properties in the Alexandra area of Oldham.

Oldham West neighbourhood policing team executed search warrants at three addresses in West Oldham under the Dangerous Dogs Act after they were alerted by concerned residents.

Five men, aged between 20 and 30 were arrested on suspicion of offences under the Dangerous Dogs Act and possession with intent to supply cannabis.

The dogs, which were pit-bull type breeds, were taken into police care.

Sgt Trevor Harrison said: “Concerns have been raised by our community and where we have information that people are keeping or breeding dangerous dogs that are illegal, we will take positive action and act.”

To inform police of any suspicions, call them on 0161-872 5050 or through the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.