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”.

Stalybridge Town Team volunteers honoured by High Sheriff of Greater Manchester
Transformation of mill set to get the go-ahead
Tameside school forced to defend uniform policy after complaints
St Peter’s CofE Primary praised by Ofsted for strong standards and high achievement