A man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs after armed police shot a suspect in Manchester, with a firearm and significant quantity of drugs later recovered

A gun and drugs were discovered by police, after a suspect was shot by armed police.

Officers tried to stop a car on Bury New Road in Whitefield, Manchester at around 3pm on Friday, May 23.

Police say the motorist “failed to stop and drove at officers to get away”. A firearms officer from Greater Manchester Police subsequently fired a shot.

The driver was transported to hospital with an arm injury, where he remained on Saturday. The injury was described as ‘neither life-threatening nor life-changing’.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), the police watchdog, confirmed the suspect sustained a suspected broken elbow. The 20-year-old “white British man” was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs at the scene, reports the Manchester Evening News.

In a fresh update, GMP confirmed its investigation is continuing. The force revealed officers searched a property in Radcliffe overnight and discovered a firearm alongside a ‘significant’ quantity of both class A and class B drugs. No additional arrests have been made. Enquiries remain ongoing.

Detective Superintendent Joe Harrop, from GMP’s Serious Crime Division, said: “Our officers were met with an extremely dangerous situation on Bury New Road yesterday.

“Thankfully no members of the wider public, or officers were harmed in the incident. Despite this, our team has acted swiftly and professionally, and our investigation has progressed at pace.

“Overnight searches have led to the recovery of a firearm and a significant quantity of class A and B drugs. This is a substantial find and it in turn prevents a potentially dangerous weapon and a significant amount of drugs from reaching our streets.

“Our investigation will progress, and we will continue to target those involved in serious and organised crime to keep our communities safe for all those who live and work across the whole of Greater Manchester.”

In a statement released this morning, the IOPC confirmed: “We are independently investigating following a non-fatal police shooting in Bury.

“We were made aware by Greater Manchester Police, who advised that a man was shot in the arm after a vehicle failed to stop for officers. He was taken to hospital with a suspected broken elbow.

“While firearms incidents like this are, thankfully, rare, it is important for there to be independent scrutiny to fully understand what has happened.

“IOPC investigators attended the scene and to the police post-incident procedures to begin gathering evidence.”

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The BBC, like Channel 4, is a public service broadcaster – and it too is no stranger to controversy. In the past 12 months, barely a month has gone by when TV crews haven’t been huddled outside Broadcasting House because of various crises, from Scott Mills’ sacking to the Panorama Trump edit. It’s also faced criticism about the handling of its own controversies.

Monday is forecast to be the hottest May day on record with temperatures reaching 33C in south-east England.

There is a small chance of the mercury could peak at 34C.

By surpassing 32.8C, it will break the May temperature record set on the Late May Bank Holiday in 1944.

But take note if you are planning to visit the east coast of England – you may come across some mist.

By Tuesday then across Wednesday and Thursday, temperatures which have been fairly muted for Scotland and Northern Ireland begin to rise. Glasgow could reach the low to mid 20s. Western Northern Ireland could also see the warmth approaching the mid 20s.

The UK weather varies a lot naturally, but this early season heat is consistent with the long-term trend of rising temperatures as a result of human-caused climate change.

What is extraordinary about this heatwave is not only the level of heat but its duration.

The current forecast points to another hot day on Tuesday with highs up to 33C. After a breaking in the heat at midweek, temperatures will rise once again potentially reaching the high 20s or even 30C.

The demonstrators gathered in St Helen’s Square on Saturday afternoon (May 23) before marching through York city centre holding banners and chanting.

Organiser Chris Brace, from the York Palestine Assembly, said the group had gathered because they are “absolutely appalled” at the government for “failing to live up to its international obligations and simply observe a genocide, ethnic cleansing and displacement of people from their own homes in Palestine”.

He accused leaders of allowing international law to “decay”.

Pro-Palestinian activists in York on Saturday (May 23) (Image: Dylan Connell)

Chris Brace, from the York Palestine Assembly, who helped organise the protest in York on Saturday (May 23) (Image: Dylan Connell)

Gaza has seen near-daily Israeli fire with more than 850 people being killed since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas went into effect in October, according to Gaza’s health ministry. The ministry is part of Gaza’s Hamas-run government, but staffed by medical professionals who maintain and publish detailed records, viewed as generally reliable by the international community.

The October 7 attacks killed some 1,200 people in Israel and saw more than 250 taken hostage into Gaza.

Israel’s retaliatory strikes have killed more than 72,700 people, according to the Gaza health ministry.

The protest in York on Saturday comes as pro-Palestine campaigners in the UK have said they believe tougher action may be taken to control demonstrations.

It follows concerns about the growing threat to British Jews after the Golders Green stabbing resulted in the UK terror threat being raised to severe.

Professor Mohamed El-Gomati, one of the founders of York Mosque and its spokesperson, marches through York on Saturday (May 23) during the pro-Palestinian demonstration (Image: Dylan Connell)

Pro-Palestinian activists march through York on Saturday (May 23) (Image: Dylan Connell)

However, Professor Mohamed El-Gomati, one of the founders of York Mosque and its spokesperson, said peaceful pro-Palestinian demonstrations must be allowed to continue.

“It’s our freedom of speech,” he said. “It’s our freedom of expression. We have to practice that. And if anybody has done anything wrong, he or she should be tried under the law.

“But we cannot ban peaceful protests like this. Because it’s my freedom, and I’m not doing anything against the laws.”

Pro-Palestinian activists march through York on Saturday (May 23) (Image: Dylan Connell)

Rachael Maskell, MP for York Central, speaks during the pro-Palestinian protest in St Helen’s Square on Saturday (May 23) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York Central MP Rachael Maskell was among those who spoke during the demonstration in St Helen’s Square.

The Labour MP called for “unity, not division”, telling the crowd: “It is right that we don’t trade in arms. It is right that we don’t trade in goods. And it is right that instead, we trade in the language of peace and unity – because that is our future.”

Ms Maskell said the response from leaders to the war in the Middle East felt “too slow”, as she urged the government “step up on the international stage” and to “ensure that the United Nations and also the courts are doing their jobs”.

She also said she would be “pressing on the new prime minister, when they come into office, for a fresh approach, a new direction, a new community, a new leadership to take the world by storm and say it doesn’t have to be this way”.

Ms Maskell said she backed Andy Burnham to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister, telling The Press: “I’ve got great hope that [the next prime minister] will be Andy Burnham. We see the unity he has brought across Manchester and I want to see that across our nation.

“Where he is divisions fall – and that really is the hope I have for the country that I want to build, but also to lead on the world stage.”

The James Young High School S2 rugby team won the East Region Schools Rugby Championship recently.

A team of talented rugby stars from a Livingston school are celebrating an outstanding season.

The James Young High School S2 rugby team won the East Region Schools Rugby Championship recently.

The team of talented young players capped off an extraordinary season with a victory over Berwickshire, Preston Lodge and Trinity at Peffermill playing fields in Edinburgh on Finals Day.

The team’s campaign began in October 2025 with a dominant opening round against Leith, Broughton, Musselburgh, and Armadale.

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James Young High School scored an astonishing 240 points while conceding only 15, impressing not only with their rugby ability but also with their sportsmanship and professionalism throughout the tournament.

Promoted for the second round in March 2026, the team continued their remarkable form with victories over Eyemouth, Trinity “A”, and Preston Lodge. Once again, they dominated the scoreboard, scoring 140 points and conceding just 25.

Their success earned them a place at the East Region Schools Rugby Championship Finals Day, where they completed their incredible journey by lifting the title.

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James Young High School headteacher Tricia Gallagher said: “We are hugely proud of our fantastic S2 rugby team for winning the East Region Schools Rugby Championship, less than a year after the squad was formed in September 2025.

“Staff, families, and the wider James Young High School community have praised the players for their talent, teamwork, and dedication, with the squad becoming a source of immense pride for everyone.”

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Improved rainfall, cooler temperatures, and reduced demand have all contributed to the boost, reaching 86.4 per cent, compared to just 66 per cent at the same point in 2025.

Average water usage in May was also down by 80 million litres per day compared to last year.

Andy Shaw, head of water quality and production at Yorkshire Water, said: “We’re in a much better position with our water resources in 2026, with reservoir levels at 86.4 per cent, much higher than the 66 per cent they were at this time last year.

“Groundwater and river levels are also healthy in the region, which we rely on for water supplies for parts of the north and east of our region.”

However, with warmer weather expected over the Bank Holiday weekend, the company is reminding customers to use water wisely.

Mr Shaw added: “We’re expecting warmer temperatures in the coming days and would advise all customers to use water wisely, as we urge them to do all year round.

“This includes small measures like using a watering can rather than a hose to water gardens, and if watering is required, to do it in the mornings or evenings to reduce evaporation during higher temperatures in the day.”

Officers have issued a statement after a child was taken to hospital after being hit by a car on Huddersfield Road in Oldham.

Greater Manchester Police said: “At around 12.35pm today (Saturday May 23, 2026), officers responded to reports of an RTC between a car and a child.

“The child has been taken to hospital. The driver of the car remained at the the scene to assist officers.

“No arrests have been made at this stage and investigations are ongoing.”

A Range Rover was left badly damaged and a toddler soaking wet after the vehicle he was in was taken through a car wash. The terrified 18-month-old has since developed a fear of travelling in cars after the ordeal.

The incident happened as Andrew Fenn and his partner Cara Burke were on a day out with their son, Otis. Before departing, the couple took their Range Rover Evoque to the car wash.

Midway through, chaos ensued. Cara, a nurse, said: “During the wash cycle, the machine caused the rear passenger door to open – it appears the rotating rubber brush caught the rear door handle.

“Water was sprayed into the car and onto our toddler, who was sat in the back seat. Andrew was able to twist from the drivers seat to shut the door. Then it happened again – the door was opened and more water was sprayed in.

“We were shocked because you don’t expect a car wash to be capable of doing that, especially with a child sat in the back at the time.

“Next thing, we heard a massive bang. As the machine was behind us, we decided to get out quickly, leaving the wash to continue its cycle. It was pretty scary.”

Outside, the Wrexham couple discovered the SUV’s roof spoiler had been ripped clean off, leaving a gaping hole and exposing the vehicle’s electrics beneath, reports North Wales Live. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here.

The resulting repair bill came to a staggering £1,800. Tesco stated that follow-up investigations revealed the car wash was functioning properly and a warning notice cautioned against its use by Range Rovers.

Jaguar Land Rover noted it was “common practice” for car manufacturers to recommend customers avoid using commercially operated automatic car washes.

Following the incident at Tesco Wrexham, Andrew, 31, who operates a window film business, requested to speak to the store manager. During the 40-minute wait, his mother turned up to collect Otis.

“He was very distressed,” said Cara, who is eight months pregnant. “It was terrible trying to persuade him to go into her car. It’s been horrendous. He’s slowly getting better but he’s still very upset by the experience.”

A manager indicated he would fill out an incident report and Tesco would make contact. Having heard nothing from the store, Cara said she went back the following day and was given assurances she’d receive a call.

When nothing materialised, she returned a second time and was once more told to expect a phone call.

“Soon after I was rung by a store manager saying the incident hadn’t been recorded properly and could we do it now,” she said. “This was quite concerning considering how serious the damage was.”

Cara, 27, was directed to head office, who informed her the claim had been forwarded to Tesco’s insurers. This week, the couple discovered that Tesco’s claims handlers had declined their claim, asserting the car wash was “fully operational” and that no faults were identified.

The vehicle spent a fortnight in a garage undergoing repairs, and when it was collected this week, the bill amounted to £1,800.

The couple have yet to receive the engineer’s car wash report. Cara said: “With these automatic washes you might expect a few scratches at worst. What you don’t expect is the doors to be opened and part of the roof taken off.”

Tesco apologised for the family’s experience at its Wrexham car wash, as well as their dissatisfaction with the subsequent investigation.

The supermarket giant stated that all claims were assessed individually and that, where deemed necessary, it would arrange both repairs and a hire vehicle. Tesco also put forward independent legal advice as an alternative course of action.

The retailer noted that disclaimer signage advised customers to “consult owner’s manual before using wash”. Furthermore, a notice on in-store payment machines warned Land Rover and Range Rover owners against using the car wash facility.

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This revelation came as a considerable shock to Andrew and Cara, who had been completely unaware that Range Rovers were particularly susceptible to damage in automatic, brush-based car washes.

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) was contacted for its response to Tesco’s Range Rover disclaimer. A spokesperson for JLR UK said: “We welcome the opportunity to investigate this incident and are awaiting the appropriate client information and permissions to do so.

“More broadly, and in line with what is standard across the automotive industry, our manufacturer documentation advises that commercially operated automatic car washes are not recommended.

“This guidance is common practice because this type of equipment can cause damage to exterior components. We therefore advise owners to follow the cleaning procedures specified for their model and vehicle specifications.”

Tesco’s car washes are owned and run by Wilcomatic. These facilities are remotely overseen and regularly inspected to confirm they’re functioning properly, the supermarket stated.

Tesco employees also conduct routine inspections, including a trial wash before opening each morning. Should a customer encounter difficulties, Wilcomatic is contacted to perform an assessment.

Cara remains resolute in pursuing the matter, having spoken out to alert other motorists to the possible dangers. She said: “I’m always a bit wary of using these car washes but we’ve never had an issue before. Being pregnant, constantly chasing Tesco for answers was the last thing I needed.

“One thing is for sure – we won’t be using automatic car washes any more. From now on, it’ll all be done by hand!”