Armed police swooped on Medlock Vale in Droylsden after reports of a man with a machete yesterday (Sunday April 6).
They arrested a man in the evening on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
He remains in custody for questioning.
A brief statement from GMP said there is “no current threat to the public”.
Ashley B Charity Ball raises over £19,000 for Willow Wood Hospice
More than 200 guests dressed to impress for an emotional and uplifting evening at The Premier Suite and Lounge in Audenshaw, as family, friends and supporters gathered to honour the memory of Ashley Butterworth.
Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin says by-election is “a chance to send a shock to the system”
Reform UK has selected broadcaster and political commentator Matt Goodwin as its candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election on 26 February.
Reforms Matt Goodwin challenges Green’s Hannah Spencer to debate
Reform UK’s candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election, Matt Goodwin, has challenged his Green Party opponent Hannah Spencer to a one-on-one debate ahead of polling day on Thursday 26 February.
Labour candidate Angeliki Stogia outlines plans on housing and antisocial behaviour ahead of by-election
Labour has confirmed that Angeliki Stogia will stand in the Gorton and Denton by-election on 26 February, following the resignation of former MP Andrew Gwynne earlier this month.
