Six suspected thieves aged between 14 and 46 have been arrested on suspicion of burglary at a premises in Portwood.

It is estimated that £1.8 million of steel plate was stolen from the business on Cromer Street; police were made aware of the burglary in the early hours of Monday 8 January.

The six suspected burglars remain in custody for questioning.

Detective Inspector Shifa Chowdhury, of GMP's Stockport CID, said: "We work hard to combat this type of crime in our communities.

"These arrests are a result of the quick-thinking of officers at the scene and show a huge step in our efforts to make the streets of Stockport a safer place.

"Thanks to a great team effort, we were able to detain six individuals on suspicion of burglary.

"Our investigation currently remains ongoing and I would encourage anyone who may information or video footage to get in touch with police as soon as possible.

"Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 9790 or 101 quoting incident 399 of 08/01/24. Alternatively, details can be reported at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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