A GMP police dog has detained a domestic abuse suspect who tried to escape arrest.
Police officers arrested a 26-year-old man in Hyde on 7 November, on suspicion of serious assault of his partner.
Following the arrest, the suspect managed – while handcuffed – to escape from the officers and run towards the woodland.
Police Dog Kyp was deployed to capture the man, and the job was done “within seconds”.
Superintendent Paul Walker, of GMP’s Specialist Operations Branch, said: “Sometimes we will have to use specialist resources to detain dangerous offenders, as was done in this instance. Using a Police Dog is just one of the many resources we have at our disposal.”
Bodycam footage shared by the force shows the handler warning the suspect that if he keeps moving, “you’re gonna get bit”.
Moments later, the suspect is seen screaming in pain on the ground as PD Kyp bites around his thigh.
Walker said: “PD Kyp captured him within seconds and on doing so, the man kicked Kyp in the head and body several times.
“This resulted in PD Kyp biting the man around the thigh and taking him to the floor, waiting for his handler to arrive.
“This is a great example of the type of work our officers are doing every day – arresting a dangerous domestic abuse suspect quickly. One third of all GMP arrests are made in relation to domestic abuse related offences.”
On the property in Hyde – where the initial arrest took place – police found a large amount of class A drugs and weapons, including zombie knives and machetes.
The 26-year-old was arrested on suspicion of escaping from lawful custody, serious assault, possession with intent to supply class A drugs and possession of offensive weapons.
He has been remanded into custody.
A determined suspect, took his chance & made off from patrols after he had been arrested.
— GMP Tactical Dog Unit (@GMPDogs) November 7, 2024
The male had been arrested for possession -supply of class A drugs & Domestic violence.
Enter PD Kyp who swiftly located the suspect – and added Escape lawful custody to the charge sheet.🐾 pic.twitter.com/3mVcG5TzmW
Domestic abuse support
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, there are many organisations that can help you.
Call the UK police non-emergency number, 101, if you need support or advice from the police and it’s not an emergency. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service on 18001 101. Call 999 in an emergency.
Greater Manchester domestic abuse helpline
Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, except bank holidays. For anyone experiencing domestic abuse. Includes a language service and advice for the LGBT community.
End the Fear
Includes information on local help all over Greater Manchester.
Wigan and Leigh Dias drop-in centre
Works with women and men who are experiencing or recovering from domestic violence and abusive relationships and helps them to regain control of the situation.
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