A 22-year-old and a 16-year-old have been charged after a vehicle was stolen and arson was allegedly committed.

Jake Thornley is being charged with six counts of theft of a motor vehicle, burglary, arson and attempted theft.

A 16-year-old girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with three counts of theft of a motor vehicle, burglary and arson.

A spokesman for GMP said: “Bolton Neighbourhood Priority Crime Team secure more charges during Op Acquire. Jake Thornley (09/10/01) of Mill Hill, Salford, has been charged with six counts of theft of a motor vehicle, burglary, arson and attempt theft.

“A 16 year old girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, have been charged with three counts of theft of a motor vehicle, burglary and arson.

“They were both remanded to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today.”