Armed Police Storm Wigan Gym in Terror Probe
Armed officers swarmed The Warehouse Gym in Hindley, Wigan, yesterday evening in a high-stakes counter-terror operation. Gym owner Jonny Hart said police locked down the facility on Platt Lane at around 7:30pm and arrested a gym-goer suspected of terrorism offences.
Coordinated Raids Across Greater Manchester
The gym raid is part of a wider crackdown in Greater Manchester. Three men aged 35, 36, and 51 were also arrested on similar terror suspicions. Police deployed dogs and drones to secure the area, creating a tense scene for the 250 gym members inside.
Lockdown Locks Down Gym, Staff Praise Police
During the lockdown, no one was allowed to enter or leave as officers carried out a meticulous search. Hart praised his staff and members for their calm cooperation and help in providing crucial information about the suspect’s gym activities and possessions.
Ongoing Police Presence as Investigation Continues
Police remain visible in Hindley and surrounding areas including Bolton, Great Lever, and Abram amid ongoing probes. Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts reassured locals this was a carefully planned operation aimed at neutralising threats, with no wider risk to the community.
This dramatic raid underlines the relentless, often unseen work of counter-terror teams to keep the public safe. Stay tuned as police investigations develop.
