Children being exploited by criminals to target Greater Manchester HMOs, police say
Summary
Police in Greater Manchester say criminals are using vulnerable people, including children, to damage houses thought to be shared homes for immigrants or refugees. Several properties and cars have been vandalized with graffiti, and authorities have made multiple arrests, including a child, in connection with the attacks.Key Facts
- Dozens of properties mainly in Salford, Stockport, and Tameside have been targeted.
- The attacked houses are HMOs (houses in multiple occupation) or mistaken for HMOs.
- At least 46 reports of criminal damage, including smashed windows and graffiti with hostile messages.
- Police believe vulnerable people and children are being paid to cause damage.
- Four adults and one 13-year-old boy have been arrested related to the attacks.
- Social media is being used to spread messages encouraging the damage.
- Salford council removed banners that opposed migrant HMOs due to concerns about misinformation and community tension.
- Police and council officials are working to stop the damage and prevent further attacks.
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