A man attempting to evade police in Salford was arrested after officers found him asleep on the roof of a house.
The 37-year-old was arrested at a property in Weaste on suspicion of causing a public nuisance, criminal damage, public order offences, burglary and assaulting two police officers.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) had been asked to arrest the man, who is wanted on recall to prison for other matters.
Over two days, emergency services responded to an incident at a property on Reservoir Street in Salford.
Following a standoff, the incident was brought to a safe conclusion when riot police wearing protective gear entered the property, made their way into the back garden and climbed a ladder to the roof.
There, they found the man asleep and swiftly detained him. He remains in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Helen Bagnall, of GMP’s Salford District, said: “During two days of disruption to the local community, we worked continuously with our partners to bring this matter to a safe conclusion.
“This was an extensive use of vital policing resources and clearly demonstrates the dangers our officers face on a daily basis in order to protect the people of Greater Manchester.
“Two of our officers suffered minor injuries during this incident.
“I would like to reiterate my thanks to the people of Salford for their patience and understanding whilst emergency service personnel dealt with this incident.
“Some properties have been damaged as a result of this man’s actions. We will work with partners to ensure affected residents will be supported going forward.”
