Greater Manchester Police has issued reassurance to people who may still be worried about violence in their community and a warning to those sparking 'hate' and disorder. Following violent unrest over the weekend and speculation over further riots, the force said tensions appear to have "subsided" for the time being but is aware some might still be feeling vulnerable and unsafe. Greater Manchester Police warn such concerns have been made worse by "widespread sharing of misinformation online, which creates increased fear in communities and incites intolerable hate".
On Wednesday (August 7) this week, a 'target' list of 39 premises shared by the far-right spread on social media, though most of the rumoured protests didn't take place and resulted in peaceful demonstrations instead. In a statement to residents, the force says it wants to reassure people that GMP remains "dedicated" to ensuring local communities are "safe and protected from further disruption". The statement continued: "We have a great many resources at our disposal, and we are proactively deploying those resources to prevent violence, identify offenders, and take swift, appropriate action against anyone found to be breaking the law.
"We will continue to do this fairly and equitably. "We are heavily resourced and many of our dedicated officers, staff and emergency service colleagues have been deployed across the region, day and night, to keep our communities safe and ensure that people feel safe making their voices heard. "We will continue to engage with people across Greater Manchester in the coming days and weeks; if you have any concerns, please do get in touch with us.
" GMP also issued advice to residents to "remain calm and try to go about your everyday life". It added: "If we believe there needs to be specific information about anything emerging, we will tell people and offer advice. "Our message is clear: there is no place for hate in Greater Manchester.
"If you come here to willingly participate in disorder and crime, we will be at your door, ensuring you answer for your crimes. "The vast majority of Greater Manchester residents, businesses and visitors have supported us in keeping the peace and upholding the law, and we are truly grateful to them. "We are proud to uphold the democratic right of peaceful protest, and to amplify the voices of our communities.
" Anyone who has been a victim of crime can contact GMP's victim's services at [email protected] or contact the force by calling 101 or via live chat at www.
gmp.police.uk.
Alternatively, reports can also be made anonymously via the charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111..
