Police have made more arrests following an outbreak of 'serious disorder' in Salford this afternoon (June 11) that saw 50 to 60 people gather in the Lower Broughton Road area.
Cars and wheelie bins were used to block the road, while one vehicle was seen on fire and a number of others have been damaged.
Greater Manchester Police say bricks were thrown at officers and a 16-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer. The windscreen of one police vehicle was smashed during the incident.
In an update on Wednesday night, police confirmed more arrests have been made.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of theft and public order, before a man in his 30s was detained on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and possession of Class A drugs.
Two men aged 18 and 19 have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article.
Superintendent Marcus Noden said: “I wanted to provide a further update into the disorder in Salford this afternoon, I would like to stress that there have been no further incidents since our last update.
“We have robust plans in place should any further incidents arise in the area, and we will take action like we did earlier on in the day, should we need to.
“A dispersal order remains in place in Salford until 2pm tomorrow afternoon (Thursday 12 June 2025) and anyone who does not abide by the law, will be dealt with.”
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Police confirm more arrests following Salford disorder
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said:
At 1.30pm, we responded to reports of between 50 and 60 people gathered on Lower Broughton Road who were using cars and wheelie bins to block off the road.
Following investigations by officers this afternoon, we have detained four men in relation to three different incidents in the Salford area.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of theft and public order, before a man in his 30s was detained on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and possession of Class A drugs.
Two men aged 18 and 19 have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article.
A 16-year-old female – who cannot be named for legal reasons – has been charged with assaulting an emergency worker and has been bailed to appear at court at a future date."
Footage shows the extent of this afternoon's chaos
Video shared with the Manchester Evening News shows the mayhem which unfolded in Salford this afternoon.
Footage lays bare mayhem on Salford street during 'serious disorder'
Footage shows cars mounting the curb and skidding round as they are driven erratically back and forth. More here.
Car was set on fire during the disorder
Car set on fire as police respond to outbreak of 'serious disorder' in Salford
Bricks thrown at police
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that bricks were thrown at officers attending the scene of the disorder.
A statement said: "There were numerous reports of anti-socialo behaviour, vehicles being damaged and burnt out, stolen cars, motorbikes being used and bricks thrown at our officers."
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Police say incident NOT linked to immigration following online speculation
In a statement shared with the Manchester Evening News, Greater Manchester Police have addressed rumours online that the disorder is linked to immigration.
The statement said: “We are aware of speculation online that this incident is linked to immigration, this is categorically incorrect."
RECAP - Police issue statement following disorder in Salford
"Serious disorder" is said to have broken out in Salford on June 11, with some 50 to 60 people in the Lower Broughton Road area.
Cars and wheelie bins were used to block the road and one vehicle was set on fire.
A 16-year-old girl has been arrested.
New statement from GMP
The police have just put out this statement:
"This afternoon (Wednesday 11 June 2025), we mounted a response to disorder in Salford.
"Between 50 and 60 people gathered on Lower Broughton Road at around 1.30pm, using cars and wheelie bins to block off the road.
"There were numerous reports of anti-social behaviour, vehicles being damaged and burnt out, stolen cars, motorbikes being used and bricks thrown at our officers.
"A 16-year-old female has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer, and remains in custody for questioning.
"The windscreen of one our vehicles was also smashed during the disorder.
Superintendent Marcus Noden said: “This sort of behaviour will not be tolerated and we took robust and appropriate action.
“In response to this disorder we have dispatched a large number of officers to the scene, and we now have a dispersal order in place until 2pm tomorrow afternoon (Thursday 12 June 2025). A large number of officers will be remaining in the area over night as a precaution.
“We are aware of speculation online that this incident is linked to immigration, this is categorically incorrect.
“There are currently no ongoing incidents in the area, however, tensions remain heightened, and we have robust plans in place, should we need to respond to any further incidents.
"I would also like to thank members of the public for their patience and support while we continue to deal with this incident.”
Cops are remaining vigilant
“There are cops on every street corner.” A member of the public told me.” @MENnewsdesk
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
"It was peaceful here"
We're getting some reaction to this afternoon's incident now.
Some reactions to what’s happened here today. “It’s mad here isn’t it?” One person who old me. “It’s strange, it was barely twelve hours ago when it was peaceful here. Now it looks like this.” Said another shocked resident. @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/IHRr3OMcJz
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
TAUs are now circling the area
It's currently quiet but police are clearly remaining vigilant about any further trouble and are patrolling the area.
The once stationary TAUs are now circling the area. Activity in the area has died down significantly with most residents going inside or leaving the road. @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/B5urhM9qsH
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
The clean-up begins
It looks like the clean-up is getting underway already, with the damaged cars being towed from the scene.
The wrecked cars are being taken away now. @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/3Iudvs1nbV
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
What we know so far
A car has been set on fire and two other vehicles badly damaged as police responded to an outbreak of 'serious disorder' in Salford this afternoon.
One person has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer and a dispersal order has been put in place around Lower Broughton Road, said GMP. Video from the scene showed a car in flames as a large group of youths gathered on a grass embankment.
Another clip showed several masked motorbike riders milling in the street. Witnesses said a group of around 50-60 people could be seen in the area, with bricks and stones strewn across the street.
Earlier wheelie bins had been placed across the road in an apparent barricade. You can read the full report here.
Live from the scene
Our reporter Rami Mwamba is reporting live from the scene over on the M.E.N. Facebook page now.
Wreckage of the burnt car
Rami has just posted this video of the burnt-out car in the middle of the estate.
He reports that's also a third badly damaged car close by.
This is the striking sight of a burnt car dumped in the middle of an estate behind Lower Broughton Road. There are no police around however, they seem to be focused on the main road where locals have congregated. @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/VlKxEnUAWR
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
Location of the disorder
This map shows the location of the disorder. A dispersal order covering the area around Lower Broughton Road is currently in place.
Situation 'appears to be calming down'
A witness at the scene says the incident appears to be calming down now. The large group of youths that had gathered on an embankment has largely left the area.
There are several police in riot gear on nearby Hilton Street, and one resident has reported seeing 'cops on every corner'.
Motorbike sezied
Police have seized a motorbike from a rider on Adelphi Street.
The #GMPMotorcycleUnit have been sent to Salford due to disorder with motorcycles.
— GMP Traffic (@gmptraffic) June 11, 2025
This one was with a large group on Adelphi Street.
The rider was assisted off the bike by the Motorcycle Sgt.
Vehicle seized #OpHurricane #165 pic.twitter.com/mqRmgqFuIL
Wrecked cars and police in riot gear
Rami says Tactical Aid Units from Greater Manchester Police are at the scene...
As you can see, there some cars that have been wrecked. I’ve counted two tactical aid units parked up on the road. There are multiple officers dotted about in riot gear and members of the public also on the road.@MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/XnOWmEOqog
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
Reporter at the scene
Our reporter Rami is at the scene...
Good afternoon, I’m on Lower Broughton Road in Salford where a dispersal order is in place following an incident. @MENnewsdesk pic.twitter.com/9Haa1QHKqx
— Rami (@RAMIMWAMBA) June 11, 2025
Lower Broughton Road closed
Traffic service Inrix is reporting Lower Broughton Road is currently closed to traffic from Frederick Road to Great Cheetham Street West.
'It's pretty intense'
A witness estimates about 50-60 teenagers and young people are 'hanging round' at the scene. They said several bricks and stones are strewn across the road and described the scene as 'pretty intense'.
They added: "There is a Fiat 500 which has been completely smashed in. It's windows have been stoved in.
"The police are here, but they're circling around at the moment. At a rough guess I'd say there are about 50-60 people hanging about, but a lot of residents are also coming out."
More pictures from the scene
A badly damaged Fiat 500 with its windscreen smashed appears to have been abandoned on the pavement, as two police vans are parked in the road nearby.
Pictures from the scene
Video from the scene shows a large group of young people gathered in the area, with several masked lads on motorbikes.
A GMP tactical aid vehicle can also be seen driving into a wheelie bin which has been placed in the road.
Video appears to show a car on fire
Video apparently from the scene shows a car which has been set of fire and another car with a smashed windscreen.
Several police cars, including the tactical aid unit, appear to have been called to Lower Broughton Road, with the police helicopter also reportedly flying overhead.
We have a reporter on his way to the scene now.
