A man has been arrested after posting videos on social media of women on nights out in Manchester.
Several videos of women around Manchester City Centre have appeared on social media.
After becoming viral, users have expressed their concern and outrage, triggering a response by local officers.
The man responsible for these videos has been arrested.
"We are committed to ensuring women feel safe in our night time economy and hope this arrest goes some way in providing reassurance." Officers announced.
"This morning (Wednesday 27 November 2024), we’ve arrested a 27-year-old man from Bradford on suspicion of stalking and harassment, in connection with several reports of women being followed, filmed, and harassed in Manchester City Centre."
"This arrest is thought to be the first in the country linked with several viral videos on social media platforms appearing to have filmed women on nights out, some whilst in vulnerable positions."
The police have made several appeals for anyone directly impacted by these videos to come forward. Many women have done so, explaining the fear this has created for them.
The videos were primarily filmed around the Deansgate area.
The man remains in custody for questioning.
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