Fireworks launched at police as 'more than 100' gather on Manchester street

📆 11/6/2023 4:31 PM

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An investigation has been launched

An investigation is underway after fireworks were hurled at police officers by members of a large crowd on Bonfire Night. Greater Manchester Police says more than 100 people had to be dispersed from a gathering in Abbey Hey, Gorton, yesterday evening .

Following concerns for public safety, GMP deployed specialist officers to disperse the crowd. The Manchester Evening Newswitnessed the shocking scenes from inside a fire engine, after a crew had been called out to the scene. READ MORE: Tactical Aid units descend on bonfire with '30 people' as police 'attacked' with fireworks

A decision was then taken to leave the area, with officers resolving the matter themselves. No injuries were reported to the force following the incident, GMP says.

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