Last updated 14 February 2025
GMP hails Operation AVRO event in Stockport as a success
The latest event in the borough saw more than 65 arrests being made as Stockport heralded as one of safest boroughs in GM
Operation AVRO arrived in Stockport on Thursday as GMP carried out a day of action in the borough.
The operation is the force's monthly blitz on local crime, which runs in a different district each month.
The Safer Stockport Partnership led by Stockport Police and Stockport Council played a key part in the day.
The partnership is made up of council officers in the community safety, public protection and neighbourhood enforcement teams, plus colleagues in the trading standards, licensing and Youth Justice teams.
They joined police officers in the day action, determined to keep Stockport as one of the safest boroughs in Greater Manchester.
In total, more than 65 arrests were made along with 145 vehicle stops and 55 Traffic Offence reports.
3 vehicles were seized and 10 warrants executed by officers.
Cabinet members Cllr Helen Foster-Grime and Cllr Grace Baynham were invited to witness the operation taking place, which involved 22 public engagement activities, including educational events with the borough’s youngsters.
The day started with an early morning briefing at Edgeley Park before officers carried out their roles across the borough.
Cllr Helen Foster-Grime, Cabinet Member for Communities, Culture and Sport at Stockport Council, said: "Keeping our communities safe is a top priority, and initiatives like Operation Avro play a crucial role in tackling crime and ensuring public confidence in policing.
“We fully support the efforts of Greater Manchester Police in proactively addressing key concerns, from anti-social behaviour to serious crime, through targeted action.
“It is vital that our residents feel secure in their homes and neighbourhoods, and I encourage everyone to engage with local officers, report issues, and work together to build a safer, stronger Stockport.”
Cllr Grace Baynham, Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services at Stockport Council, said: "Road safety is a key concern for our communities, and I welcome the work of GMP through Operation Avro to tackle dangerous driving and improve safety on our roads.
“Enforcing speed limits, targeting uninsured vehicles, and addressing reckless driving are essential steps in protecting all road users.
"Everyone deserves to feel safe whether they are driving, cycling, or walking, and this operation highlights the importance of working together to reduce accidents and keep our streets safer for all."
