On the Stockport estate which has been plagued by violence and yobs causing mayhem in recent weeks, there are some who say they no longer feel safe going out at night.
However, others feel that Brinnington's reputation has been unfairly tarnished - and that the issues they have been experiencing are no different from those seen in other areas.
Last month a 48-hour dispersal order was put in place due to 'gangs of youths' causing a nuisance. Police said gel pellets were fired at members of the public and at vehicles, with one seeing its windows damaged. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features Then earlier this week officers were granted extra stop and search powers after a number of 'violent incidents' over the weekend.
A total of seven people aged between 16 and 37 were arrested during the period the Section 60 order was in place, on suspicion of offences including aggravated burglary and assault.
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