'I'm Stockport's new top cop - this is the first crime I'll be tackling... we'll be knocking on doors in the early hours'

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The cop in charge of policing Stockport has made tackling the scourge of off-road bikes one of his first priorities. Chief Superintendent Lewis Hughes was appointed District Commander six-weeks-ago.

An experienced officer, he has been with Greater Manchester Police (GMP) since 2003. He joins the borough from the force's Serious Crime Division, where he led a number of high-profile and complex investigations - including the fire at Bismark House Mill in Oldham and a number of murder enquiries.

Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, he said: "It's a great opportunity. I've been at GMP 21 years and absolutely love policing.

This is quite different. I've come from serious crime, investigating complex matters. But it's as exciting as ever to be putting the uniform on, getting out on the streets and tackling different challenges." READ MORE: New images reveal what Stockport Pyramid could look like inside as it's transformed into 'luxury dining experience' "I'm really glad I'm here," he added. "Everyone has made me feel really welcome.