Bolton Activates Section 60 Powers After Violent Night

0:00On March 3rd, police and Bolton activated special section 60 powers today after a night of violence near the town's interchange. The order kicked in at 4pm on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, and let's officers stop and search people without needing any suspicion of a crime. It covers a key area around several main roads and runs for 24 hours until 4pm tomorrow. The trouble last night involved at least 30 people and led to multiple assaults. One man now faces charges for carrying a bladed weapon, and police are still hunting for others involved. Local leaders worry these incidents unsettle the community, but they're stressing a strong response to keep streets safe. Extra officers are out on foot and in cars to calm things down. Chief Inspector John Haywood says the powers give police better tools to stop more fights and track down suspects. They've already charged an 18-year-old man overnight and are pushing investigations forward. With patrols ramped up, Bolton aims to restore calm quickly as the authority stays in effect

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