A major operation is underway in Manchester as officers swoop on a suspected organised crime gang linked to fraud, money laundering and illegal immigration.
Greater Manchester Police has confirmed a probe into an alleged criminal network, which is believed to have made 'vast profits' by producing fake identities and businesses.
Several properties are being searched in north Manchester today (April 24) in connection with the force's crackdown on 'organised immigration crime'.
So far, GMP has seized £5,000, dozens of suspected fraudulent bank cards and several documents indicating cryptocurrency assets, which the force believes form part of a wider conspiracy.
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