Man, 36, arrested following police operation in Astley Bridge

At around 6am on Wednesday (June 10), officers from Greater Manchester Police's neighbourhood policing team, tactical aid unit and dog unit carried out warrants at the properties.

The operation formed part of an ongoing investigation into suspected drugs supply in the area.

During the raids, officers arrested a 36-year-old man under the Firearms Act.

He has since been bailed pending further investigation.

Police also seized a knuckle duster stun gun at one of the addresses.

Sergeant Zachary Keneally, from Bolton's neighbourhood team, said: "This warrant forms part of our ongoing work to tackle illegal drugs and firearms across Bolton.

"This arrest highlights the continuous work we are doing to keep the area safe for all residents and visitors.

"I also hope it provides reassurance that we are continuously pursuing those involved in criminality.

“We rely heavily on information from the public, and I would encourage anyone who has concerns or suspicions about criminal behaviour in their area to come forward.

"Your reports are crucial in helping us act and keep our communities safe.”

Anyone with information about criminal activity is urged to contact police via 101 or through the LiveChat function on the force's website.

Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The activity comes ahead of Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action, which runs from June 15 to 21.

Greater Manchester Police currently has around 1,400 neighbourhood officers working across 38 teams, based in all 10 districts of Greater Manchester.