Police close major road as car smashes into home - leaving wall caved in

For all the latest news from in and around Bolton, sign up for the free MyBolton newsletterThe first reaction of most people when meeting Bob Tonge was 'what a smashing bloke'.But he was also a fine police officer.His gentle "humble and kind" way seemed at odds with the often brutal crimes he had to investigate.But his demeanour and ability will be remembered by officers throughout Greater Manchester Police and the families of the victims for whom he sought and got justice.His sudden death on

Salford, Trafford and Stockport this morning (Thursday, January 7). One of the warrants was executed at a home in Rake Lane, in Clifton.

direct to your inboxA 'danger' driver with no full licence who led police on an 18-mile pursuit along the M62 motorway has escaped an immediate jail sentence. Shocking video footage of Chantelle Lewis, from Beswick, Manchester, behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Zafira has been released.

Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes regularly give fans an insight into their home life with Instagram photos taken inside the beautiful Surrey mansion they share with their teenage son Jack. And it's no wonder they can't resist sharing snaps – the stylish residence includes six bedrooms, two living rooms and even a special Manchester United-themed man cave for Eamonn that he has filled with memorabilia from the football club.

direct to your inboxA suspected drink-driver and three of his passengers were taken to hospital after a car smashed into a popular Manchester city centre restaurant at 3am on New Year's Day.No staff were inside Tampopo when the dramatic smash happened in Albert Square.But the car burst into flames on impact and firefighters had to help a man and a woman from the vehicle.They and two others were taken to hospital for treatment.The Ford Fiesta smashed into the front of Tampopo restaurant in Albert

direct to your inboxPolice taunted a 'drug dealer' who ran away from his car, saying his product 'isn't the best'.Officers in Middleton said the dealer fled from an uninsured car and left a 'big bag of drugs' behind.They told the man 'feel free to give us a call on 101' if he wanted his car back.Police also described the drugs as 'full of dust and scraps', saying it 'isn't the best'.Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletterYou can

direct to your inboxA Greater Manchester Police officer has been suspended from driving after a boy was knocked down by a police car and left fighting for his life.The 15-year-old was hit by the vehicle on Boxing Day as officers were responding to reports of a domestic disturbance.The accident happened at 9.30pm on Garners Lane in Stockport.The boy was taken to hospital with a serious head injury, where yesterday (December 30) his condition was described as critical but stable.In a statement GMP

direct to your inboxA suspected drink driver was stopped by police after they spotted the 'state' of his car.The silver Land Rover was pulled over by officers in Chadderton, Oldham, after it was seen being driven on its rims.Police said the motorist provided a positive breath test at the road side, but refused to provide another sample in custody.Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletterYou can sign up very simply by following the

Bolton, says Greater Manchester Police.

direct to your inboxA 15-year-old boy is in hospital in a critical condition after he was hit by a police car responding to an incident.In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said officers were responding to reports of a 'domestic disturbance' when the tragic incident took place.The collision happened at around 9.30pm last night on Garners Lane in Stockport.Police stopped at the scene and administered first aid until an ambulance arrived.The boy was taken to hospital with a 'serious head

direct to your inboxA former police rep says any culture shift within Greater Manchester Police must start with the region’s mayor.Ian Hanson says Andy Burnham must deal directly with those delivering the service if the force is to make important changes after it was placed into ‘special measures’.Mr Hanson - who retired as GMP’s Federation chairman in 2018 - claims Mr Burnham met with him just once during his tenure.He has accused the mayor of “shouldering” responsibility for policing to his

direct to your inboxA driver who falsely registered a car under the name 'Freddie Flintoff' led police on a high-speed chase through north Manchester.When police seized the car they found more than ten empty fuel drums and a syphoning kit.Officers joked that the famous cricketer would be unlikely to get himself into such a 'sticky wicket'.Police from the transport unit first tried to stop the driver of the Citroen Picasso on Tuesday.It led to a 'short pursuit' around Monsall and Collyhurst,